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Acetic acid
Acetic acid is a short-chain fatty acid, as it dissolves in hydrogen acetate in the body, and it is the effective compound in apple cider vinegar , and some animal research has indicated that apple cider vinegar may lead to weight loss. [1]
Benefits of apple cider vinegar for weight loss
There are several benefits of apple cider vinegar, including: [1]
- Improving metabolism: A study in mice showed that acetic acid increases the enzyme AMPK, which increases fat burning, and reduces the liver's production of fats and sugar.
- Reducing fat storage: Treating diabetic and obese mice with acetic acid protected them from obesity.
- Fat burning: A study in mice fed a high-fat diet found a significant increase in the genes responsible for burning fat, which led to a decrease in the accumulation of fat in the body.
- Reducing appetite: A study found that acetic acid suppresses the centers responsible for appetite in the brain, and thus reduces food intake.
The health benefits of apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has health benefits, including: [1]
- Lowering blood sugar levels: In one study in rats, acetic acid showed the ability of the liver and muscles to take sugar from the blood.
- Reducing insulin levels: In the same study of mice, acetic acid was shown to reduce the ratio of insulin to glucagon, which can encourage fat burning.
Side effects of apple cider vinegar
Eating small amounts of apple cider vinegar is probably safe, but large amounts or long-term use can cause several risks, such as: burns in the mouth and throat, erosion of tooth enamel, and increased digestive problems for people with diabetes, and apple cider vinegar has reactions with laxatives. Diuretics, heart disease and diabetes medications, and can also reduce bone density. [2]
It is noteworthy that apple cider vinegar is not a miracle solution to losing weight , and it may not give the desired results without choosing a variety of healthy foods, such as: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein, and practicing physical activities on a daily basis. [3]
References
- ^ A b v Franziska Spritzler (5-6-2016), "Can the Apple Cider vinegar In Your Diet to Lose Weight Powered by vBulletin Help You?" , Www.healthline.com , Retrieved November 29 , 2017. Edited.
- ↑ "Apple Cider Vinegar" , www.webmd.com , Retrieved November 29 , 2017. Edited.
- ↑ Katherine Zeratsky (17-3-2015), "Drinking apple cider vinegar for weight loss seems far-fetched. Does it work?" , Www.mayoclinic.org , Retrieved 11-11-2017. Edited.
