How to Use Apple Vinegar for Weight Loss

For years, people have tried to determine the best ways to shed extra pounds and achieve a healthy, fit and trim physical appearance. There are many reasons why weight loss is a recommended and healthy pursuit. Excess fat can contribute to a variety of problems including oily skin and hair, unhealthy pressure on the bones and joints, an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes and even premature death. The truth is, the general state of American health has been in a perpetually declining trend for decades. Individuals who want to discover a fast and easy way to lose weight will most likely be disappointed, as there is no magic bullet. People who are willing to work to lose excess weight but are still hoping for an ally that will assist them in their weight loss journey to make their efforts more effective may find apple cider vinegar to be an ideal option.

Steps

1. 1 Learn about the nutrition information and chemical composition of apple cider vinegar in order to determine precisely how this supplement can work to promote healthy weight loss.
   • Apple cider vinegar is an acidic liquid that is created by the fermentation of whole apples. The science behind apple cider vinegar as an effective weight loss supplement is questioned in many academic circles. There are, however, an equal number of nutritionists and dietitians who believe that apple cider vinegar can curb an appetite and promote gradual fat reduction.
2. 2 Understand what to look for when purchasing apple cider vinegar.
   • Many apple cider vinegar products are distilled too many times. Each distillation or filtration process strips the apple cider vinegar of essential nutrients and vitamins.
   • Purchase apple cider vinegar or apple cider vinegar supplements that are made from whole apples and that don't use vinegar that has been distilled or filtered.
3. 3 Purchase apple cider vinegar from a health food store rather than from a grocery store. This will ensure that the vinegar you are purchasing still includes all of the positive characteristics of a weight loss supplement rather than apple cider vinegar that is designed just for cooking.
4. 4 Consume 1 to 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar before every single meal.
   • Some consumers prefer to dilute the apple cider vinegar in an 8-ounce glass of water or iced tea.
   • If the flavor of apple cider vinegar is too strong for you to comfortably consume on a regular basis, you may choose to add 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey to a dose of apple cider vinegar.
5. 5 Keep a journal that catalogues your use of apple cider vinegar and your energy levels, hunger pangs, appetite spikes, sleeping habits and weight loss.
   • In your journal, list the amount of apple cider vinegar you used before a meal, the method in which you consumed the apple cider vinegar and the meal that you followed your dose with.
   • Compare these facts with your results to determine which type of apple cider vinegar dose is most effective for your body.
    
6. 6 Remember that effective weight loss is virtually impossible if the number of calories you are burning each day does not exceed the number of calories that you are consuming each day. While apple cider vinegar can help to curb your appetite and boost your metabolism, it will not replace the need for an exercise regimen and a healthy diet. Only by pairing healthy eating with regular aerobic exercise can you hope to lose weight over time.
7. 7 Be patient with regard to the weight loss effects of apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is not a miracle drug; in fact, no such miracle drug exists. The only way to lose weight in an effective and healthy way is to do so gradually, giving your fat cells time to adjust and adapt to their new size.
   • Apple cider vinegar is thought to increase weight loss by about fifteen pounds each year. An extra fifteen pounds of weight loss each year can make a huge difference in one's personal appearance and overall health.
8. 8 Calculate your body mass index and determine how much weight you need to lose to achieve your ideal weight. Set specific weight loss goals for yourself and be sure to make them feasible and reachable. Unreachable goals will cause you to be frustrated and feel as if your weight loss journey is a failure. Set reasonable goals and use apple cider vinegar to systematically help you reach those goals.
9. 9 Maintain a healthy body weight after you reach your goal weight by avoiding fatty foods and continuing to use apple cider vinegar to promote healthy weight loss.

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