How Apple Cider Vinegar Helps Asthma

Apple cider vinegar is a an old time folk remedy that has been around for generations and has helped countless numbers of asthmatics successfully reduce the frequency and severity of their attacks. Fortunately, with some dietary changes and adherence to drinking it on a daily basis, many have been actually able to see their asthma symptoms improve as well as clear up other health problems that have existed.

Let’s consider some very interesting facts about this wonderful food.

What is apple cider vinegar?

Apple cider vinegar is created by exposing the crushed fruits and grains to yeasts and later to bacteria. Yeasts ferments the sugar thus creating alcohol. Subsequently, the bacteria breaks down the alcohol to form acetic acid, which is the main healthful ingredient. Remember, the old adage, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away?” Well, this near miraculous liquid made from apples has numerous ingredients such as phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron, pectin, antioxidant vitamins: A, C, E and B6. It is also a ph balancer in the body which is in itself can cause illness. It’s no wonder that many people have successfully seen a reduction in a number of symptoms and ailments

ACV is known to help alleviate allergies, sinus problems, chronic fatigue, acid reflux, sore throat and balances the blood sugar. It also aids in weight loss, strengthens the digestion and normalizes blood pressure in a short time. Now, before racing to the store for your own bottle, just remember to buy the unpasteurized ACV with the “mother” intact, meaning the cloudly mass at the bottom of the bottle that is composed of the minerals and enzymes.

How apple cider vinegar can help asthma

Apple cider vinegar has been found to help strengthen the lungs and immune system as it a great detoxifier. For asthma relief, ACV goes to work on strengthening the digestive system by providing acid which aids in digesting and breaking down food. This boosts the entire digestive process and enhances the absorption of nutrients. It is important for digestion to be strong to have a healthy immune system.

When digestion is weak, the food is not properly broken down which causes the immune system to be weak and ineffective. In such instances of poor digestion, particles of food may actually leak out of the intestinal lining into the bloodstream where it will evoke an immune response. This compromises immune function as it is constantly at work. This cases asthma, allergies eczema, IBS and chronic illness.

How much to use?

It is suggested that to take as a general tonic, add 1-2 teaspoons to 16 ounces of water. If using to target a specific health problem, add 1-2 tablespoons in 8 ounces of water before meals. Honey may be added to sweeten it.

Remember that some dietary restrictions will also be necessary such as cutting out dairy products like milk, cheese, cream and yogurt.

Sources:

“Pickle juice for asthma” www.phxherbs4kids.com