Apple cider vinegar — chances are, you probably have it in your kitchen cupboard as it’s a staple in most households. People use it to soothe an upset stomach, create an all-natural cleaning solution, or as a metabolism booster.
Not only is apple cider vinegar great for those purposes, but we have 13 additional uses and ways to use this super versatile ingredient.
These creative and not-so-well-known uses are great ways to incorporate this beneficial ingredient into your daily routine.
Get rid of hiccups
A simple tablespoon or two of this sour concoction can help ease the annoyance of hiccups.
Flush out your liver
Add apple cider vinegar to soda water and sip throughout the day or have one glass daily; it will help flush the toxins from your liver.
Clean scalp and remove buildup
Rinse your scalp with apple cider vinegar and water to help remove dander and scalp buildup. Makes for an overall great shampoo.
Make a facial toner
Save money on expensive skin toners and use a cotton ball to rub apple cider vinegar on your clean face; it acts as a wonderful astringent.
Treat yourself to a spa mask
Before using an apple cider vinegar toner, why not treat yourself to a face mask? Mix apple cider vinegar with a bit of baking soda for a great facial scrub.
Make fluffier rice
Add just a capful to raw rice before it steams, the rice will come out extra fluffy and soft — don’t worry, you can’t taste the vinegar.
Whiten your teeth
Gargle with apple cider vinegar every morning to help those pearly whites sparkle.
Help prevent post-workout muscle cramps
The amino acids in apple cider vinegar help counteract the lactic buildup in muscles. Add a tablespoon to your post-workout water to help prevent any cramping and help ease soreness.
Untangle knotty hair
After shampooing, add a third cup of apple cider vinegar to four cups of water and pour over hair. After a few seconds, rinse with cold water. No more tangles!
Get rid of bad breath
Fix stinky breath with a few rinses of apple cider vinegar mouthwash. Add half a tablespoon of water; take a sip and gargle for 10 seconds. Repeat until the rinse is gone.
Make a fruit fly trap
Trap pesky fruit flies with two ingredients. Put a small layer or apple cider vinegar in a cup with one drop of dish soap; set it on the counter and it will attract and kill the fruit flies.
Get rid of pet urine smell
When trying to rid clothes or blankets of pet urine smell, add apple cider vinegar to your laundry — it will pull out the urine smell without issue.
Make a detox bath
Adding half a cup of apple cider vinegar, along with some Epsom salts, to your bath makes for an excellent detoxifier. Add your favorite essential oils for an even more relaxing experience.
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Source: SwansonVitamins
