Comments on: Health Booster: Apple Cider Vinegar

By: Amy

Amy — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:48:59 +0000

Have you read the book ‘Nourishing Traditions’ by Sally Fallon. This book refers to lots of medical studies that have been conducted. A great book.

By: Vanessa

Vanessa — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:19:29 +0000

I love the taste of apple cider vinegar! Cucumber dipped in apple cider vinegar tastes really good.

By: Sharon

Sharon — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:52:10 +0000

The concern I have is that a person can look, or feel, “perfectly healthy”, but that doesn’t always reflect the true condition of our health. Sort of why heart disease is frequently referred to as the silent killer. I’d love to get some documented information on the impact a NT lifestyle has had on people–preferably for the better, but I do want to know if there have been any negative effects. Do you happen to have any reference to this sort of information? I’ve searched, but can’t find much other than personal testimonies.

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:57:36 +0000

Honestly, we have not been consistent with this in the last few months, nor have we had him rechecked since the original issue. He has been perfectly healthy and has not had any weight loss or gain…but stable.

By: Sharon

Sharon — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:35:16 +0000

Just curious if consuming apple cider vinegar has had any impact on your husband’s cholesterol level? Actually, I’m really curious if you’ve had any blood work done since you started eating a nourishing traditions lifestyle? I can’t seem to find any documented information, other than personal reports of feeling better or having more energy, about the impact of eating this way. For example, has there been weight loss, gain, or stability? Increase or decrease in cholesterol? Any change in blood pressure. For the most part I find myself agreeing with the nourishing traditions philosophy, but every now and again I have this underlying doubt about the long-term impact on health….gasp! I know.

By: Gary

Gary — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:53:41 +0000

Great site Lindsay! I learned from my family at an early age, to use cider vinegar to treat sunburn. Also, apply cool yoghurt directly on the skin to help the healing from a sunburn. The naturals enzymes, vitamins, and cream heal soothe the burn and aid in healing the skin, much faster than those commercial ointments. Just make sure to apply treatment within 6-8 hours of being burned!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:51:11 +0000

This happened to me, as well, but I diluted it a little further and my skin became accustomed to it over time. I use it as a toner, and have found that it makes my skin so soft that I also don’t require a moisturizer with this. Hope this helps!

By: ~M

~M — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:23:18 +0000

EEK…I just saw the fine print – that Whole Foods’ ACV is pasteurized. Sorry about that!

By: ~M

~M — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 16:23:32 +0000

Hi Lindsay,

I wanted to report back that, at least in Illinois, organic apple cider vinegar can be found for half the price at Whole Foods than at Trader Joes.

TJs: $3.99/16 oz = $0.25/oz
(This was the only bottle I saw at TJs).

Whole Foods’ two cheapest options both work out to $0.13/oz:
– $15.99 for gallon of Braggs (I will not be doing this as it’s more expensive upfront and comes in plastic, though I suppose it could end up being the cheapest option with a coupon or if it goes on sale, since TJs and Whole Foods store brands very rarely go on sale)
– $3.39 for 32 oz of Whole Foods Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar (the larger of the two store brand glass bottles). This is what I plan to buy, and it seems to have the ACV mother too!

Whole Foods also makes their own organic expeller-pressed coconut virgin oil. I bought the glass jar version near the cooking oils, since it’s less expensive for what appears to be the same product in Whole Body section of Whole Foods (in black plastic, no less!). Mountain Rose Herbs virgin coconut oil 1 gallon = $0.38 including shipping; Whole Foods to $0.41 (but the upfront cost is much lower since the jar is much smaller. For me, buying the smaller jar is a good way to gauge how much I’d use…to see if the Mountain Rose Herbs is worth it (because of expiration, etc.). Trader Joes does not sell coconut oil.

By: Barbie

Barbie — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:28:54 +0000

I’ve recently discovered your wonderful website and I love it! I have been making smoothies for breakfast for several weeks now and just began adding apple cider vinegar two days ago. Can’t taste it a bit! I have tried Crock Pot Yogurt, thanks to your website, and the results are great. The yogurt is perfect for my morning smoothies, and I figure I saved at least $.44 per quart. I am looking forward to trying many more of your ideas for frugal and healthy family living.