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I found this article on one of my favorite websites  www.curezone.
com

I am sure we have all heard the old saying , “An apple a day
keeps the doctor away.” This could well have a lot of merit.
Apples are among the most health-giving fruits available to us.
They contain a host of beneficial vitamins and minerals, such as
phosphorous, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, and many
trace elements as well. And, they are the central ingredient in
apple cider vinegar.

Cider vinegar is a powerful detoxifying and purifying agent. It
breaks down fatty, mucous and phlegm deposits within the body.
By breaking down these substances it improves the health and
function of the vital organs of the body, such as the kidneys,
bladder and liver, by preventing excessively alkaline urine. It
also oxidizes and thins the blood, which is important in
preventing high blood pressure. This powerful potion also
promotes digestion, assimilation and elimination, all the while
neutralizing any toxic substances that enter the body. Cider
vinegar has been found to neutralize any harmful bacteria that
may be found in certain foods. When a mixture of cider vinegar
and water is taken before a meal (particularly food served in
restaurants or at picnics where the preparation or duration of
food left uncovered and not refrigerated is questionable), it
seems to prevent diarrhea or digestive upsets.
Apple cider vinegar contains a potent supply of potassium which researchers feel is helpful in
easing the effects of common colds and allergies, including mucous formation, watery eyes,
sinus and catarrhal problems. Cider vinegar can also be beneficial for symptoms such as tooth
decay and splitting of the fingernails, which are symptoms of potassium deficiency. Potassium
is essential for the replacement of worn-out tissues within the body. This mineral is also
important to soft tissue repair, as calcium is to the bones and teeth. A deficiency of potassium
within the body can produce callous formations on the souls of the feet, insufficient
replacement of worn tissue, and hair loss.

Tests have proven that soil deficient in potassium will produce anemic and undersized plants,
but when potassium is introduced into the soil, the plant becomes healthier and increases in
size. When potassium, in the form of cider vinegar is fed to livestock their appearance
improves and their stamina increases. This can also prove true on a human level for those
who have potassium deficiency. A few teaspoons of cider vinegar taken with water each day
has been known to produce amazing results. Cider vinegar can be taken alone or used in
cooking. It can be used as a salad dressing, for pickling, in making mayonnaise or sprinkled
on potato chips or French fries. It can used as a hot or cold beverage sweetened with honey.
The best method of using apple cider vinegar is in its natural liquid form.

When the body is lacking certain minerals or salts, ill health can be the result. Toxic build-ups
with the body can cause boils, blisters, acne, etc. Cider vinegar detoxifies and helps with the
cleansing and clotting processes of the blood, by helping along the blood oxidation process.

Cider vinegar is thought to be beneficial in the treatment of arthritis, as a beverage or with
compresses soaked in hot vinegar applied directly to the joints. It is also thought to be helpful
when used to treat asthma, nose bleeds, osteoporosis, cancer, candida, high cholesterol,
colds, constipation, muscle cramps, colitis, diabetes, diarrhea, depression, dizziness, ear
discharge, eczema, fatigue, gallstones, kidney stones, hay fever, headaches, heartburn,
hiccups, indigestion, insomnia, kidney and bladder problems, metabolism, nasal congestion,
sore throats, stiff joints, ulcers and weight loss.

Please check with your physician before starting any new treatments, including dietary
changes. Alternative or holistic health procedures are meant to be complimentary process to
traditional medical practices, and not used in place of them.

In order to receive the full benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar you need to use raw,
unpasteurized, unfiltered vinegar.(preferably organic as well) You can find it quite easily and
inexpensively at many grocery stores and in most health food stores.  

Please note...as with all things some people will not tolerate apple cider vinegar well.  Start
slowly and with small amounts until you know if you how well you will tolerate the vinegar.