APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

[YEA]  01/06/2008: Jennifer from Rockford, Illinois writes: "I am very predisposed to having cold, sinusitis, bronchitis, and up til now, I have taken probably 1/2 dozen different antibiotics, nasal and oral inhalers, and decongestants. Taking so much at once tended to make me feel worse, and the inhalers ultimately irritated my sinuses. I finally tried a couple different acv recipes to relieve my cough and sore throat. I have not taken one prescription since, and I'm having trouble less often. As soon as I feel a tickle in my throat, I reach straight for the acv. My preferred recipe is 3 parts acv, 3 parts lemon juice, and 2 parts honey with a shot or so of hot water to help dissolve the honey. I've read that organic would be better, but I've just used the standard grocery store stuff, and it's still been nothing short of miraculous. The taste is honestly not as bad as any cough syrup or decongestant I've ever taken, and it's easily twice as effective. The tickle in my chest that precedes a serious coughing fit is STOPPED ALTOGETHER before I even finish drinking this. I am still sort of stunned at how effective this is. Last night I didn't get a chance to mix up a little thermos to bring to work with me, and I regretted it this morning. The congestion in my chest had built up during the evening and overnight, and this morning the cough had settled in a bit. I've been taking a dose every couple of hours, or whenever that tickle comes back, and I've already gotten a lot of congestion out of my chest and sinuses, and my ears have cleared out and everything. This is the most phenomenal and fastest-working remedy I've ever used. I've been spreading the word to my friends and family since. I'll never take decongestants again! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!"

[YEA]  12/31/2007: Maureen from Cambridgeshire, England writes: "I had a sore throat for about 4 days and the tickly cough was driving me crazy. In desperation I trawled the internet and found your site and the ACV remedy. Luckily I had a bottle of ACV in the cupboard and so I tried it with honey dissolved in a small amount of water. It was horrible to swallow but the results were almost instant. The annoying cough has now mostly gone and I had a good nights sleep. My throat still feels a little 'lumpy' but its bearable now. Thanks to all who posted the remedy."

[YEA]  12/27/2007: Deb from San Antonio, Texas writes: "Wow, I already feel some improvement!! I found this website out of desperation as I would much rather try something homeopathic than have to go see a Dr. Have had a sore throat for the last 2 days and it got to the point that I could not even swallow my own saliva with out discomfort or cringing (ms). I tried the ACV, honey and water method and felt instant relief. I will keep sipping throughout the day. Just in the last couple of sips I already feel better. It is the holiday season and I want to be able to eat delicious food and not just soup!!! Thanks for this website. By the way, why is the vinegar bad for teeth?"

[YEA]  12/26/2007: Nick from Halifax, NS, Canada writes: "I am 21 and have been taking ACV for about a month now and I have noticed a increase in energy especially after I take it. Most of all it made my allergies and fluid build up (around throat and sinus) almost disapper. I swig oragnic pure ACV (with mother) strait from the bottle. I try to ingest only a tablespoon each time. Then rinse my mouth with water (to protect teeth) then drink a big glass of water. I try to do it twice daily. My bother asked my if I had any cough drops when he was at my house not long ago and I said no but you can try some of this ACV. He tryed a little swig and he said it instanly took his sore thoat away. It makes your senses almost come alive, it's the real deal."

[YEA]  11/17/2007: Kelly from Seattle, WA, U.S.A writes: "Yes, I felt instant relief. After spraying my mouth with cloraseptic spray, gargling with salt, drinking tea all in sequence. I went online and found this remedy, and I was skeptical at first. Mostly just scared of potential burning sensation on my throat. But I just mixed ACV with water, waited a bit, and I feel much better. My breathing has improved too. I'm looking forward to a good night of rest! Thank you."

[YEA]  11/04/2007: Missy from Plattsburgh, New York writes: "To the gentleman whom has used apple cider vinegar, hot water and honey to cure his sore throat for fifteen years, Thank You! I have had a sore throat for two days along with discomfort in my chest due to a dry cough. I am sipping on a cup of your "cure" as I type. I feel a slight tingle but no burning. The taste leaves room for desire but, I can survive it. I am getting ready for bed so I will let you know how I feel tomorrow. Keeping my fingers crossed for a good night sleep."

[YEA]  10/25/2007: Marcia from saddle brook, nj writes: "I have had a cold forever. My throat has been sore for ever as well. I just went online to check out and see if anything was online for cures. Sure enough we had some apple cider vinegar and my hand to god gargled with it and I feel better already. Thanks for the tip I will tell all!!"

[NAY]  09/28/2007: Claudia from Wayne, USA writes: "Glad to know that the Apple Cider Vinegar remedy works for so many. It didn't work for me: it made matters much worse. I've had a nasty sore throat for weeks. Throat cultures by the ENT revealed nothing out of the ordinary. I tried the ACV remedy but by the following day, the pain in my throat intensified. In search of some relief, I ventured to the health food store. I'm now using a Propolis throat spray (alcohol free). I felt much better after the first application. Things are improving nicely. Good luck to all."

[YEA]  09/01/2007: Rob from Ocala, florida writes: "Okay, so my wife has me all paranoid about this volcano of a sore throat I've had for four days, so bad I can't even sleep at night and now I'm starting to get a little worried. I get online and come to this site to see if there is anything I can do before going to a doctor on Tuesday. I read about using apple cider vinegar and go on the hunt in the kitchen to see if we have some at 1am, I find it and mix like 2 tbsp of it with one cup of water and start gargling. At first it kind of burned, but I stayed consistent and gargled about every hour and a half. It's now 7am and I only feel a little bit of an ache in my throat. This will be one I use from now on and make my kids use in the future. Thanks for the info, maybe tonight I will get some sleep."

[YEA]  07/03/2007: Bob from SLC, UT writes: "Apple cider vinegar cured my sore throat. I had a sore throat for the last 2 days and woke up at 4 am this morning it hurt so bad I could hardly swallow. After searching for remedies I found this site and read about apple cider vinegar and made a tea with 3 Tbsp of apple cider vinegar 3 Tbsp lemon juice 2 Tbsp of honey and 16 oz. water, then I heated it to sipping temperature. Its almost 6 am now and my sore throat is nearly gone."

[YEA]  06/20/2007: Helen from Stroud, England writes: "I have used the following recipe for my throat whenever it feels sore or tired. I am a singer and so it has been really helpful to have an easy natural remedy to use. Heat up 1 desert spoon of cider vinegar, about 1 cm fresh ginger, chopped, in water (enough for one or two drinks depending on how strong you like it). Strain the drink into a cup and add one teaspoon of honey. Drink while still warm."

[YEA]  05/15/2007: Roxanne from Las Pinas, Philippines writes: "I was looking for a cure for my sore throat when i came across your website with remedies for my ailment. The moment I read that apple cider vinegar is used to cure sore throats, i ran to the kitchen to find some! By the grace of God, I had all the ingredients except the lemon juice which i substituted with calamansi juice. I'm drinking it now and my sore throat is going away faster than i expected! I thank God for all of you! Thank you so much!!! God bless!"

[YEA]  05/08/2007: Michael from Placerville, California writes: "First, one point must be made. Apple Cider Vinegar kills every germ, bacteria, and virus ON CONTACT!!!So if you travel into a foreign country where the water might not be the healthiest, and concuming the food there might also be seriously questionable, take a tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar before ingesting any food. If you do develope food poisoning from food or water, throw down just one tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar and within a short time the miseries will be gone. Too strong to just gulp it down? Take a cup of very hot water and add one tablespoon of honey and add to it three tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar. Stir until the honey is dissolved, then add a little cool water so you do not burn your mouth, and drink it. For a sore throat - make the same mixture of hot water, honey and cider vinegar, and then SIP - DO NOT GULP IT DOWN. The sore throat will be gone overnight, because every time you SIP the mixture, it washes down your throat and kills more and more of the infection. At first you will feel the sting of it working, but quickly that goes away and the throat begins to feel much, much better. For a good and sound night's sleep? Slowly drink the mixture and go to bed. Why? Your chemistry is different between first thing in the morning and at bedtime, so at night the drink will help you achieve a peaceful and sound sleep, and then in the morning drink it and it will give you a shot of energy! I hope all this helps someone. It has helped me for the past fifteen years."

[YEA]  12/31/2006: Whitney from Belleville, IL writes: "I tried the 3 tbls apple cider vinegar with 3 tbls lemon 2 tbls honey and 16 oz of water. Today is new years eve, and what does everyone do on this night, party. I definitely did not want to stay home sucking on cough drops all night while everyone one was having fun. So i look online for cures, i saw this one and it worked! I tried it and I started to feel better instantly!"

[YEA]  07/12/2006: Elizabeth from Bayside, NY writes: "I've been reading about ACV in a few health/diet books for the past 2 years. But, I thought I'd rather die than drink vinegar. But, one night I had the worst sore throat ever. It was 6:30 on a Friday night so out of desperation I gargled with it on and off for two hours. Can I tell you that the worst sore throat I have ever had was cured by this method. I also drank hot tea, with organic raw honey, lemon, and ACV. It was soothing and I figured I was cleansing my body too. My sore throat was one of those where you can't even swallow your own saliva and you just have to keep spitting it out. Gross but true. Since I knew the Drs. were closed and I would have to wait til Monday I decided to give it a go. W/in 20 min, my throat cleared up. It was an incredible miracle. I'm the first to admit that a lot of stuff is quacky. However, I have turned my beliefs into knowing the true and earthclinic is more truth than I have read in a long time. Thanks readers! and Ted from Bangkok. Thanks and much love"

[YEA]  06/27/2006: Jessi from Ontario writes: "This stuff is AMAZING. I have been sick for over a month and had the worst sore throat, it cured me in 3 days! I am also lactose intolerant, and by taking 2tbsp ACV in Punch and a glass of lactaid i no longer have the effects I used to have, it has also helped me regain my energy, and lose weight! I feel better than I have in years!!! P.S. putting the ACV in fruit punch almost completely covers the taste."

[YEA]  06/23/2006: Randy from Suisun, CA writes: "I would like to say thanks for the great advice on the web site. I was hurting for more that 2 weeks now. Went to the doctors and got a throat culture said it was fine and no strep throat. i said ok but why does it still hurt. 3 days later it got worse -- lemon and honey didn't work... went back to hospital. Cussed the hell out of the doctor, already spent 200 dollars and lost 15 pounds in 3 days. Could not eat or drink. Put me on antibiotics... still no fix in 3 days said will cure up in 24hrs. I tried the vinegar apple cider. 8 hrs later i was able to swallow and chew foods. Thanks for everything."

[YEA]  05/22/2006: Tara from Brooklyn, NY writes: "I READ ALL THE DIFFERENT REMEDIES FOR A SORE THROAT- GARLIC, ACV, TOBASCO, HONEY, CAYENNE AND I DIDN'T KNOW WHICH TO CHOOSE! SO I COMBINED THEM ALL TOGETHER. 8 OUNCES OF HOT WATER AND 4 TBS OF ACV, 2TBS HONEY, SEVERAL DROPS OF TOBASCO, 2 CLOVES OF GARLIC 1/2 TEASPOON OF CAYENNE. I STINK BUT I FEEL GREAT! VERY POWERFUL DRINK BUT NOT SO TASTY AND YOU HAVE TO KEEP STIRING SO NOTHING SETTLES."

[YEA]  05/15/2006: Carrie from Shelby Township, MI writes: "I always remember my grandma putting Apple Cider Vinegar on our sunburns when we were up north in the summer and limited on supplies. It always took the sting out and healed quickly. Then, I stumbled on your site (thank goodness!) for some tips on relieving my cold and sore throat (mixing ACV with lemon and honey and drinking it with warm water). I am pregnant and unable to take much cough/cold medicine and needed to find an alternative. This helped immensely and I wasn't in a fog like most cold medicines put you in. The sore throat was gone overnight and the cold a few days later."

[NAY]  05/02/2006: Sierra from La Mesa, CA writes: "for the past week i have had the worst sore throat i can imagine. i would cringe every time i had to swallow, and the left side of the back of my throat was swelled up and almost kinda blue. i have been on aspirin most of the time and that almost makes it completely die down, however it doesn't cure it at ALL. i thought it went away 3 days ago but yesterday i discovered i had it back again. i tried the ACV w/ water and a little honey but couldn't even keep my mouth open long enough to gargle it. then i tried the cajan (sp?) pepper, and that felt like it was going to do something but nothing so far. my best bet right now is aspirin, as sad as that is, and a little honey helps soothe it every now and then. i still have yet to try the lemon but i've found that hot soup is always a nice option."

[YEA]  04/21/2006: Alison from Odessa, TX writes: "Yeah, my right tonsil has swollen and has been this way for 2 days so I googled home remedies. It has gotten to the point where drinking, eating, or swallowing hurts to the "can't stand it" point. It still hurts, but no where near as much as it did. Thanks!"

[YEA]  03/01/2006: Jenny from Chandler, Oklahoma writes: "ACV, honey, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice with hot water. At first, I only received slight relief from my sore throat, but after about the third cup, I was feeling much better. Tried the tomato tea too but wasn't quite as good as I had hoped. Love your website."

[YEA]  02/24/2006: Justin from OK writes: "I read about the ACV treatment for a sore throat, it took me a while to muster up the courage and gargle it, but mixing 2 Table spoons of ACV, 2 table spoons of lemon Juice, and about 24 oz of water. Didn't make it so bad, plus it isn't so bad for your teeth enamel that way. It works!!"

[YEA]  02/13/2006: Samantha from Eleebana NSW writes: "Salty Water is a great one but it take too long. Vinegar and honey actually works quiet well it may be the most disgusting thing on the planet but it works. Just remember to take sips of water in between taking the remedy."