I haven't and don't but my daughter (34 years old) drinks it every morning. I smelled it and ... well I won't go on. If you can some people swear by it. 

Apple cider vinegar seems to be good for everything!  Its very acidic though, so I'd use mouthwash after (don't brush as that wouldn't wear the tooth enamel).  Also in guys I think drinking it has been linked to male health issues (prostate etc).  Really good that your experiencing the benefits.

Can I ask what brand you using?  I think the ones with 'the mother' in are considered best.  I have used Bragg's in the past to remove a wart.  This worked very effectively.  It seems there no end to the uses for ACV lol

Hello, Nicki.

Years ago I worked with a lady who drank Apple Cider Vinegar every morning. She didn't have a pouch, or any health issues as far as I know. She took it for health maintenance. She was the healthiest, liveliest lady I knew at the time, and she lived into her 90s. You couldn't detect the scent of vinegar on her, so she must have rinsed or had breakfast afterward. Try to get organic ACV, and if you see the cloudy mass or sediment at the bottom, it's harmless, don't worry about it or try to filter it out. As Bobish said, that's the "mother" of the vinegar; people believe the mother, a result of the fermentation process, contains healing properties. The ordinary, cheap white vinegar (not the same as ACV for drinking) that is I use for household cleaning and final laundry rinse has the mother too. Let us know how it goes! 

I have actually planned to start taking it daily for general health as well.   I'm curious to see the effects it might have on gut health...I wonder if it works similar to a probiotic since it is fermented.  It works wonders for a completely stuffed sinus when you have a cold.  ACV + Hot Water + Honey = disgusting, but instant relief!!

I was told I could use it for several days to treat a bunch of flat warts on back of my hands , but said it could really irritate your skin due to being very acidic. How can that be safe for soft tissues in the gastro tract??

Poucho, Lemon juice can dissolve tin foil.  Stomach acid is much stronger than that!  Apple Cider vinegar is much lower down on the scale.

Also the point of the Apple Cider vinegar is it burns the mole or wart off.  Yeah it irritates, it even hurts a little, the point is it kills living tissue, and when it dries out it drops off.  Gastro tract is designed to handle very strong acid so drinking it isn't necessarily a problem.  That said, personally I wouldn't drink it long term.

Poucho, Lemon juice can dissolve tin foil.  Stomach acid is much stronger than that!  Apple Cider vinegar is much lower down on the scale.

Also the point of the Apple Cider vinegar is it burns the mole or wart off.  Yeah it irritates, it even hurts a little, the point is it kills living tissue, and when it dries out it drops off.  Gastro tract is designed to handle very strong acid so drinking it isn't necessarily a problem.  That said, personally I wouldn't drink it long term.

Regarding the acidity question, while ACV is acidic when used topically, it is actually an alkalizing drink which reduces acidosis in the body.  People who have acid reflux actually drink ACV to combat the issue.

Without saying anything about the alleged medicinal properties of ACV, I'll point out that the esophagus is definitely not protected against acid. It's really only the stomach and duodenum that handle extremes of pH well. I'm not saying that ACV will injure your esophagus - I don't know that - but stomach acid sure does, if it gets there.

I believe the ACV is diluted 1 Tbsp. to at least 8 oz. of water. Nicki, I dont know if all the claims about ACV are true or not, but I am glad that you feel it is helping you. That said, maybe checking with your doctor to make sure it isnt going to do you any harm wouldn't be a bad idea. I know all of us here have been through alot and are always searching for something new to improve our health and thats good, but its good to be safe also. I do hope you continue to feel better. Good luck to you.

Aimee

Id like to ask your advice.among many problems my skin had become very thin and bruses from the oral prednisone 10 mg a day..i no im allergic to prednisone but nothing else helps on a regular bases ..i had my total colectomy in 1995 and closure in 1996 i now have a jpouch .it took me years to understand how it works.i wont go into that now or the malnutrition i suffer from fear of blockages but have you any suggestions for any topical cream which could help.my dr says there is no solution.i cant take any vitamin by mouth as they cause me irritation in the few   centimetres of colon i have left.im afraid of the thought of any surgical procedures .thats a story in itself.this deterioration is an on going thing  and depressing to say the least.thank you for being here for me.michele

I would say do not drink it.its like burning yousrlf on purpous.maybe some can benifit.i would nevet drink an acid.i think it would harm you ir cause you added discomfort.you need something soothing.dont kniw what but im sure there are many suggestions.michele

We drink plenty of acids, and they are just fine, but they tend to be weak acids. Orange juice would be an example.

I have vinegar nearly every day. Typically, it is in the form of oil & vinegar salad dressing. Plus, I eat lots of acidic fruits, including tomatoes. What I don't do is drink vinegar all by itself. I tried it for a while when I was young (can't remember why, but it was for some health benefit). I saw. No difference in my health or life.

Jan

A good quality Apple Cider Vinegar  with 'the mother' such as Braggs is diluted to 5% acidity... just saying....

I LOVE ACV! It helps with so many things, including digestion issues. As others have said, be sure to mix with water. You'll also want to drink it from a straw to protect the enamel on your teeth. Hope it's still working well for you, Nicki. (Great name by the way ) 

I know this thread is old, but I am hoping some of you are still following! Nicki, how were you taking ACV and how much when you first noticed a drastic difference?

And for anyone else that's had success, what way/amount do you recommend? Thanks in advance! 

Usually it's a tablespoon in a glass of water 20 mind or so before a meal.. so maybe take with you loperomide lol

I use acv a lot but I haven't drunk it yet.  Am planning on trying it though