Apple vinegar and arthritis

Apple vinegar is a traditional way to treat many diseases, including arthritis, which is related to that raw organic vinegar contains many healthy enzymes, cellulose and Acetobacter However, it should be known that these beneficial components are usually lost in the finishing process To make apple vinegar, apple must be mashed and squeezed out of juice, then yeast is added to induce alcohol fermentation During fermentation, sugar is converted to alcohol and then to vinegar by adding Acetobacter or Acetobacter The ancient Egyptians used apple vinegar to treat various health problems as early as 3000 years ago Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine and a famous Greek doctor, also believes that apple vinegar has a healing effect Therefore, this vinegar has been a traditional medicine prescription since ancient times But surprisingly, so far, there are few studies on the therapeutic effect of apple vinegar Therefore, there is no clear scientific basis to support the health care effect of vinegar Nevertheless, it is often used to treat diseases such as diabetes and arthritis Before discussing the efficacy of apple vinegar in reducing arthritis symptoms, let's first look at what arthritis is all about Arthritis is a disease involving pain and inflammation of the joints, and there are more than one hundred forms The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis Arthritis can eventually damage the body's joints Osteoarthritis is a disease involving the gradual destruction of articular cartilage This can lead to arthritis, pain and stiffness; on the other hand, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, the immune system attacks and damages the synovium of the joint, causing arthritis and deformity Many experts believe that the acid crystals in the joints are the main cause of arthritis, and they have been found to be the cause of joint stiffness and pain It is usually treated with unprocessed organic apple cider vinegar, which can effectively reduce joint pain and inflammation Vinegar is a powerful detergent, which is why it can clean the sink effectively In the case of oral administration, it can help to eliminate the accumulation of acid crystals in the joint The acid crystals are seen as a major cause of arthritis Apple cider vinegar dissolves these acid crystals and helps relieve pain and stiffness caused by arthritis Vinegar also promotes digestion The essence of vinegar is acetic acid, which can increase the absorption of minerals in food Therefore, drinking diluted apple vinegar before meals can ensure proper absorption of food and minerals This is obviously good for arthritis and other diseases related to the lack of calcium and other minerals Minerals such as calcium and magnesium are important for bone and joint health The human body needs to maintain a natural pH balance, otherwise it will cause health problems due to acid-base imbalance When the body's pH is too low, it absorbs basic minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium from bones and other organs to counteract the acidity Patients with arthritis tend to deposit calcium in or near the joint Raw organic apple cider vinegar can help dissolve these deposits and prevent the disease by repairing pH Although apple cider vinegar is sour, it leaves alkaline residue after body processing Apple vinegar has been proved to have antioxidant effect Therefore, it can protect human cells and tissues from free radical damage It is found that the damage caused by free radicals is related to degenerative diseases such as arthritis Arthritis is also associated with the accumulation of toxins and metabolic waste in the joints, which limits their activity Organic raw apple vinegar absorbs these toxins and expels them from the body Apple vinegar can be applied externally to relieve the pain and discomfort of arthritis, or taken together with honey to strengthen the effect If it is for external use, it can be mixed with coconut oil or olive oil to massage the inflamed joint The acidity of raw apple vinegar is very high, so it should be diluted before ingestion; it is recommended to take it before meals, 2-3 times a day It should be known that there is no scientific basis for the efficacy of apple vinegar in the treatment of arthritis In addition, vinegar can interact with some drugs Therefore, before using this kind of prescription to treat diseases, we should first consult doctors to ensure safety.