Wednesday, 2 November 2016

Apple Cider Vinegar for Weight Loss

ACV

The main component in ACV is Acetic acid which may interfere with the body's ability to digest starch. Studies show supplementation with ACV help lower the blood glucose levels. 

"Supplementation of a meal based on white wheat bread with vinegar reduced postprandial responses of blood glucose and insulin, and increased the subjective rating of satiety." E Ostman, et al,2005Vinegar Supplementation

With that, supplementation with ACV before meals, reduced postprandial responses and increase satiety. Therefore, it is seen to promote weight. As ACV is acidic, choose with label 5% acidity which is considered low acidity and tolerable to consume. As the acidity can cause teeth erosion and trout pain. Right doses is important since ACV is acidic, try to mix 1 Tbsp ACV with 8oz of water. Regular consumption with dietary modifications will show positive weight loss.



Anti-obesogenic effect of apple cider vinegar in rats subjected to a high fat diet

The study by H Boderbale, et al(2016).https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27209492 Study shows significantly decrease in body weight and food intake. Besides, it also decreases serum glucose levels  and improves the serum lipid profile by reducing plasma levels of total cholesterol, TG, LDL-c , VLDL and the total lipid, and increasing HDL-c. Apple cider vinegar  proves in the study to have a satiating effect, antihyperlipidemic and hypoglycemic effects, and seems prevent the atherogenic risk.

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