10:30 AM
Tuesday 07 September 2021
I wrote – Shaima Morsi
Vinegar’s pungent smell and sour flavor is due to acetic acid, a compound with many potential health benefits.
As a result, drinking small amounts of it, whether it is plain or mixed with water, can be beneficial for you.
Vinegar is often used as a flavor enhancer or food preservative, is sometimes described as a cleaning agent or disinfectant, and contains 3 calories per tablespoon.
the benefits
The amount of acetic acid in 1.5 tablespoons of white vinegar can help reduce high blood sugar if you take it with high-carb foods, according to a 2005 study published in the “European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.”
Drinking vinegar with food may help you feel fuller for longer.
Risks
Avoid excess vinegar and always take it with food. A 2006 review in “Medscape General Medicine” notes that too much acetic acid can cause inflammation and damage to the digestive system, especially if you take it without food.
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