I’m sure you are familiar with the well-known saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Let me introduce you to a healthy concoction made by apples. Apple cider vinegar is a unique variety of vinegars made from apples. As more Malaysians are getting more health conscious, a lot of them have turned to apple cider vinegar instead of using synthetic vinegars.It is often used in salad dressings, marinades, chutneys and as food preservatives. Apples are crushed and then exposed to yeasts in order to ferment the apples. The apples are fermented twice as the first fermentation will produce alcoholic apple cider while the vinegar is produced after the second fermentation.
It is undeniable that this vinegar has tremendous amounts of benefits. Here are several significant apple cider vinegar benefits on your body.
- Weight Loss (It has been proven that the consumption of apple cider vinegar can help to reduce your weight as it can increase your satiety, lower your blood sugar and insulin levels. Paired with a healthy diet and consistent workouts, you will attain an impressive result on your weight loss journey.)
- To Control Blood Sugar Level (This is important especially for those who have insulin resistance as it can improve your insulin sensitivity. It is best taken before meals to slow down the rate of stomach emptying and prevent the increase of blood sugar levels).
- To Reduce Risk of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a major cause for irregular menstrual cycles, ovarian cysts and insulin resistance. Regular intake of the vinegar can help to regulate the menstrual cycle and improves a woman’s hormonal level.)
- Can Kill Bacteria (Aside from ingesting it, you could also apply it on your skin to disinfect your wounds and treat fungal infection. This vinegar can also be used as a natural food preservative as it can kill the bacteria that is spoiling the food).
1. Radiant Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
A BioGro and Halal-certified Organic Apple Cider Vinegar made from heirloom apples that are farmed naturally in New Zealand. To create a fresh apple cider vinegar, the apples are picked in surrounding orchards close to the factory. The deep golden brown colour indicates that the vinegar is unfiltered and has been aged.
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Size Available: 425 ml and 750 ml.
Halal: Yes
Price: RM17.52 (750 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is prepared from organically cultivated apples that are delicious and nutritious. It is Certified Organic by Organic Certifiers and Oregon Tilth, as well as Kosher Certified, and processed and packaged in conformity with USDA rules.
Country of Origin: California
Size Available: 50 ml, 100 ml, 476 ml and 956 ml.
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM21.50 (473 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Lohas Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Unpasteurized Lohas Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is prepared from tasty, healthy, organically farmed apples. It is Certified Organic by Organic Certifiers and Oregon Tilth, and is Kosher Certified. This product is processed and packaged in conformity with the USDA guidelines. Lohas Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is bursting with the natural goodness of apple cider vinegar.
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 946 ml
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM21.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Solana Gold Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar from Solana Gold preserves and combines the natural goodness of apples with amino acids and enzymes produced naturally during the fermenting process. Unlike juices or ciders, Solana Gold’s raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar contains no sugars, which could serve as a growth medium for potentially hazardous bacteria.
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 436 ml and 473 ml
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM16.00 (473 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Love Earth Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Love Earth’s Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is produced entirely of apples cultivated organically. It’s fermented with Mother of Vinegar which is a naturally occurring material that contains gut-friendly bacteria that aid digestion. The result is a pure and nutritious apple cider vinegar that is rich in natural enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals for everyone.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 500 ml
Halal: Halal Certified
Price: RM12.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar
Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar is made with the finest apples and the purest water. It’s perfect for salads, marinades, and dishes because of its clean, mellow flavour. Heinz® Apple Cider Vinegar is also guaranteed to have the full 5% acidity required for canning and pickling success.
Country of Origin: Holland
Size Available: 50 ml, 100 ml, 476 ml and 956 ml.
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM7.40 (476 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Zen’s Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Zens Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is made naturally from organically farmed apples and has numerous health advantages. Zens Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is worth considering not just for salad dressing but also for cleaning, cooking, drinking, and as a healthy elixir.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 60 ml, 240 ml and 946 ml
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM24.90 (946 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Surya Apple Cider Vinegar With Honey
Surya Apple Cider Vinegar with Natural Honey is a wonderful health beverage that promotes bodily purification, relieves indigestion, and aids in iron absorption, among other things. Suitable for direct consumption in tiny doses, as well as mixing with tepid water or fruit juice and spritzing on salads!
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 150 ml, 450 ml and 750 ml.
Halal: Halal
Price: RM17.20
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Alce Nero Organic Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar
Unfiltered, unheated, and unpasteurized Alce Nero Organic Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar Mother of Vinegar is an extraordinary enzyme that comes naturally as strand-like enzymes of connected protein molecules. The presence of silt reflects the product’s naturalness and has no bearing on its quality.
Country of Origin: Italy
Size Available: 500 ml
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM13.20
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. American Garden Apple Cider Vinegar
American Garden brand claims that it is composed entirely of natural components with no synthetic chemicals added. This apple cider vinegar is ideal for vegetarians who want to incorporate it into their daily routine and improve their health. It’s even used as a component in a number of herbal therapies.
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 946 ml
Halal: No Alcohol Content But Not Halal Certified
Price: RM9.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Apple cider vinegar is quite harmless. However, you shouldn’t drink it directly.For cooking purposes or to be added as salad dressing, it is okay to do so. If you intend to consume it daily and as a healthy tonic, it is advisable to dilute it in drinking water beforehand and only drink the recommended daily amount which is about 15 to 30 ml per day.
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