Acetic acid is the main active ingredient of Apple cider vinegar. Also known as ethanoic acid, it is an organic compound with a sour taste and strong odor. The term "Acetic" comes from "Acetum", the Latin word for vinegar. Acetic acid is a short-chain fatty acid that dissolves into acetate and hydrogen in your body.
Acetic acid makes up about 5–6% of Apple cider vinegar. It also contains water and small amounts of other acids, such as Malic Acid. One tablespoon, or 15 ml, contains about 3 calories and almost no carbs.
Apple cider vinegar helps promote feelings of fullness, partly by slowing the emptying of the stomach. This can lead to naturally lower calorie intake. However, it may worsen gastritis for some people.
It can help you lose weight and body fat. Adding Apple Cider Vinegar to your diet may benefit blood sugar, Insulin, PCOS symptoms and Cholesterol. Vinegar also fights bacteria and viruses.
Other health benefits:
- Reduce blood sugar and insulin levels
- Improve insulin sensitivity
- Improves polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms
- Reduce cholesterol levels
- Lower blood pressure
- Kills harmful bacteria and viruses
