There is anecdotal evidence that Apple Cider Vinegar may help alleviate Hot Flashes. Many women swear by it and it has long been used as a Natural Menopause Remedy. It’s detoxifying and probiotic qualities may also help with night sweats. Scientific studies also show that Apple Cider Vinegar has powerful weight loss effects which can be helpful around Menopause.

Apple Cider Vinegar For Hot Flashes & Menopause Symptoms

Does apple cider vinegar for hot flashes

Apple Cider Vinegar has been known about and used for years as a natural remedy for Hot Flashes in Menopause. Anecdotal evidence shows that a lot of women DO get relief from hot flashes by taking apple cider vinegar.

However, unlike weight loss, {where there is a lot of scientific evidence that ACV works}, there is no scientific evidence for Apple Cider Vinegar helping Hot flashes. This is not because it doesn’t work, but just that no-one has put the time and money into doing a research study. Because Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural product, they wouldn’t be able to patent a drug made from it and recoup their research costs so it doesn’t get studied.

However, it does seems to work for a lot of women. Because ACV has so many other scientifically proven health benefits it’s probably worth trying to see if it will help with your hot flashes too.

Apple cider vinegar for night sweats.

Again, many women swear by Apple Cider Vinegar for reducing night sweats. The detoxifying action of ACV is thought to help by removing toxins that may normally be removed by sweating.

Drinking lots of water during the day with a splash of ACV in can help to get rid of these toxins so you don’t have to sweat them out at night. If night sweats are a problem for you during Menopause it’s worth trying Apple Cider Vinegar.

Apple cider vinegar has a wide range of health benefits , especially during menopause. Many ladies use it to help manage Hot flashes and night sweats as well as other issues such as Menopausal weight gain and digestive and blood sugar issues.

I have taken Apple Cider Vinegar regularly over the past few years as part of my daily health routine. I absolutely credit it with helping me heal my leaky gut which meant that food allergy issues that I had have subsided. I can now eat cake with gluten in!. A win in my book!

It’s a wonderful substance with so many benefits that I wanted to write a post outlining some of the reasons why it’s worth incorporating Apple Cider Vinegar into your daily routine. 

It’s especially helpful during the Perimenopause and Menopause, having a lot of benefits at this time which I will outline below.

As always, please understand that I am not a doctor and am not giving medical advice. Please discuss things with your own Doctor before making any changes to your diet or routine.

The overall proven Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar [backed by studies]

• Can help kill harmful bacteria
• Helps lower blood sugar levels and help with the management of diabetes
• Helps with weight loss {more on this below}
• May lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels and help heart health
• Can help skin health

What is Apple Cider Vinegar?

Apple Cider Vinegar is a fermented product made by crushing apples and adding yeast which turns to alcohol. Bacteria are then added to turn the alcohol into Acetic Acid. The Acetic Acid is what gives the vinegar its tangy taste. 

Why do you need “The Mother” in apple cider vinegar?

“The Mother” is the magic part of Apple Cider Vinegar. It is made up of strands of protein, enzymes and friendly bacteria.

It’s the murky slightly grim-looking bit that lurks at the bottom of a bottle of ACV. The Mother is thought to be the part of ACV which is responsible for the health benefits. 

Therefore it’s important to buy Apple Cider Vinegar that is unpasteurised and contains The Mother. Buy an organic good quality brand as well if possible. 

Does apple cider vinegar help with menopause?

Many of the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar can help with some of the other issues that can arise during Menopause. At menopause, you really have to make a choice about your health going into the future so that you remain healthy for the second half of your life. Apple Cider Vinegar can help with some of the health issues that can crop up around Menopause and worsen as you get older.

Apple Cider Vinegar…

1 | Helps support good bone health

Apple Cider Vinegar contains Magnesium Manganese. This supports and maintains bone mass. It can also lessen the progression of osteoporosis.

2 | Promotes improved gut health

This is how I came to use Apple Cider Vinegar after my leaky gut caused me food allergies. “The Mother” contains good bacteria which can help to improve the balance of your gut bacteria and fight stomach upsets. This is especially important if you have had to take lots of antibiotics in the past which can damage your gut flora. ACV can also help to relax and cleanse the intestines.

3 | Helps with Weight Loss at Menopause

As described above, there are reliable studies that show that Apple Cider Vinegar can help you lose weight during menopause, especially around the belly area. It also helps to suppress appetite.

This is why I recommend it in my weight loss plan for women around Menopause.

4 | Reduces sugar cravings

Cravings and weight gain can be a problem around Menopause. Apple Cider vinegar is proved to be helpful to regain blood sugar control which helps to reduce sugar cravings.

This, in turn, helps with controlling your weight during Menopause as well as helping cut down the dreaded Menopause Belly.

ACV can help control diabetes too.

Read the study here

5 | Helps with heart health and blood pressure

Heart health can be a worry if you develop high cholesterol or blood pressure during Menopause. Research has shown that ACV can lower cholesterol and triglycerides

As well as lowering blood pressure, as shown in this research

6 | Aids digestion

Stomach bloating can be an issue during menopause and doesn’t help with the Menopause Belly. Sipping a glass of apple cider vinegar in warm water before a meal can help to soothe bloating and help the intestines to work smoothly.

How should you take Apple Cider Vinegar?

The recommendations are to take 2 tablespoons a day in warm water. You can add a teaspoon of honey too. The honey is really helpful to hide the taste of the Apple Cider Vinegar.

It has to be said that Apple cider vinegar is an acquired taste and some people don’t get on with it. The honey can really help.

I also like to drink ACV in sparkling water with a sprig of mint or ginger and ice. This makes a nice tangy drink that you can sip throughout the day. You can experiment with what works for you.

However you take your Apple Cider Vinegar make sure you dilute it well. It’s not a good idea to drink ACV straight as a shot. The extremely concentrated acidity can be very unpleasant to taste and upset your stomach.

In summary, Apple Cider Vinegar is a helpful natural remedy that can help with some of the symptoms of menopause, especially if you don’t want to use HRT.

It’s cheap and safe and may be worth trying to see if it helps you.

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