Apple Cider Vinegar and Virgin Coconut Oil

TONYAGOOCH

ok drank the acv today...not to horrible. But when I went to the health food store they only had the coconut oil in caps. So I bought them and decided I'd give that a whirl till I can find the raw stuff. I live in a small town so will probably head up to Vegas this week and grab some. My question with the coconut oil is the amount of fat. It says to take 4 of these caps a day and that would be 52 g of fat. That's almost my whole days worth. Suggestions?

I was looking up the difference in just using the oil vs the caps. It was saying that the caps are VERY processed and you would end up having to take 60-90 caps a day to get the benefit of 1 teaspoon of oil. No thanks. I'm sure the caps are beneficial but not near as much as the real stuff. I was looking for an easy way to get the 2-3 teaspons a day in and thought that would help. Nope!

Sparren

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gilbem1

I remeber that ACV and Blackstrap Molasses was very popular a few years back. However I do take the Pure Coconut Oil, 9 grams in strong black coffee along with a small teaspoon of cinnamon powder - twice in the morning. All three really stoke up the metabolism and get everything fired up ready for the gym at lunchtime.

gilbem1

I remember that ACV and Blackstrap Molasses was very popular a few years back. However I do take the Pure Coconut Oil, 9 grams in strong black coffee along with a small teaspoon of cinnamon powder - twice in the morning. All three really stoke up the metabolism and get everything fired up ready for the gym at lunchtime.

Daysednconfused

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mocha1975

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Mummsy

http://products.mercola.com/coconut-oil/ here is an article about it. I will come back in a second and post a link to an online store that my aunt buys from. I just got some at my local health food store. I just used a tsp of it tonight with my peppers, chicken, broccoli...tossed in a few cashews. It was yummy. :drinker:

Mummsy

http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/vcno/virgin_coconut_oil.htm?s=gad&gclid=CP_pvdbqra4CFcYUKgodsU8kSQ

it also has an FAQ section

dyannajoy

I bought a cheap bottle at Albertson's and I'm using it until I can get over to Trader Joe's for Raw Organic ACV because I heard it's way better. But, in the meantime I haven't had a problem with the cheap stuff. I just put 2 teaspoons in 16 oz. of my brewed green/orange spice tea so you really can't taste it and I sip that throughout the day w/ a straw. My joints/stiffness has almost disappeared! My stomach is just about completely flat but I know that is from also taking the virgin coconut oil each day. I have so much energy and am feeling great compared to just a couple of weeks ago when I could barely walk, no energy. A car accident broke my neck almost 4 years ago and it's been all downhill since. Surgeries, pills, shots, you name it .. nothing worked and each day my body crippled up more and more, to the point where it felt like stone. Pain so severe I just wanted to cry because I didn't know what else I could do. So, I began searching myself just about willing to try anything to get better and get my life back. Natural home remedies, etc. and came across VCO virgin coconut oil and thought what do I have to loose? I had my husband take me to the store and bought it the next night. My neck was so swollen I could barely breath and it felt like I was being choked literally. I took a heaping tablespoon and within less than 15 min. my neck went back to normal, I could swallow, breath and see and feel my collar bones for the first time in almost 4 years! I took another tablespoon an hour later and w/in 30 min. my stomach was almost flat, back to normal. I began adding the ACV the next day in my tea and I keep using my VCO. To me it has been a life saver when all else has failed me miserably. No more pills, shots, etc. for me. I have seemed to do for myself what all the doctors haven't been able to do, cure me. Even my thryoid is almost normal and I've suffered with low thyroid for years. The VCO stimulates underactive thryoid and it stimulates your thyroid period. I am just speaking for myself and what it's done for me. I weighed 161 two weeks ago and I've lost 10lbs since then and have not changed my eating habits and I haven't even exercised (due to weather here). So, good luck to you and here's to hoping!

dyannajoy

I bought a cheap bottle at Albertson's and I'm using it until I can get over to Trader Joe's for Raw Organic ACV because I heard it's way better. But, in the meantime I haven't had a problem with the cheap stuff. I just put 2 teaspoons in 16 oz. of my brewed green/orange spice tea so you really can't taste it and I sip that throughout the day w/ a straw. My joints/stiffness has almost disappeared! My stomach is just about completely flat but I know that is from also taking the virgin coconut oil each day. I have so much energy and am feeling great compared to just a couple of weeks ago when I could barely walk, no energy. A car accident broke my neck almost 4 years ago and it's been all downhill since. Surgeries, pills, shots, you name it .. nothing worked and each day my body crippled up more and more, to the point where it felt like stone. Pain so severe I just wanted to cry because I didn't know what else I could do. So, I began searching myself just about willing to try anything to get better and get my life back. Natural home remedies, etc. and came across VCO virgin coconut oil and thought what do I have to loose? I had my husband take me to the store and bought it the next night. My neck was so swollen I could barely breath and it felt like I was being choked literally. I took a heaping tablespoon and within less than 15 min. my neck went back to normal, I could swallow, breath and see and feel my collar bones for the first time in almost 4 years! I took another tablespoon an hour later and w/in 30 min. my stomach was almost flat, back to normal. I began adding the ACV the next day in my tea and I keep using my VCO. To me it has been a life saver when all else has failed me miserably. No more pills, shots, etc. for me. I have seemed to do for myself what all the doctors haven't been able to do, cure me. Even my thryoid is almost normal and I've suffered with low thyroid for years. The VCO stimulates underactive thryoid and it stimulates your thyroid period. I am just speaking for myself and what it's done for me. I weighed 161 two weeks ago and I've lost 10lbs since then and have not changed my eating habits and I haven't even exercised (due to weather here). So, good luck to you and here's to hoping!

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I am sooo happy for you! What an amazing story!

sloew

If you can't handle the taste of the ACV it really helps to put it with V8 juice.. then your getting some veggies with it.

I did it a while back, does anyone know if it goes bad? or expires?

AntWrig

Apple Cider Vinegar DOESN"T work.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar

Coconut Oil does work because 50% of it is MCT or Medium Chain triglycerides. MCTs are effective when low carbohydrate dieting. The body uses this fat easier than standard fats.

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-915-MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs).aspx?activeIngredientId=915&activeIngredientName=MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs)

lisa28115

If you can't handle the taste of the ACV it really helps to put it with V8 juice.. then your getting some veggies with it.

I did it a while back, does anyone know if it goes bad? or expires?

no the vinegar does not go bad
i have used ACV before and it really does help with swelling and fluid retention
lately , i have been lazy about using it but it does help alot of ailments
a friend told me to start using the VCO in my cooking but he didn't say anything about ingesting it by the TBsp

ACV in your green tea is not bad and in a 16oz bottle u can spread it out thru the day, which helps keep the metabloism up

lisa28115

I use the virgin coconut oil on my entire body. I did my research on it. It does rev up your metabolism but I tried it for the sole benefit of my hypothyroid condition. My meds have now dropped from 50mg to 7.5 mg and the doctor says that he thinks I don't need my thyroid medicine anymore. He is amazed. I am too! The weight is falling off me and who can't be happy about that?

Loving this information! Just knowing that it could help with my Hypothyroid condition! I am currently on 125 mg and still feel like I could fall asleep standing up some days! I remember when I was 8 I would drink straight pickle juice until my aunt caught me and told me I had to stop as I would never gain any weight! *sigh* I remember when that was a problem

i also used to drink pickle juice as a child:bigsmile:

SlidingDown

Apple Cider Vinegar DOESN"T work.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar

Coconut Oil does work because 50% of it is MCT or Medium Chain triglycerides. MCTs are effective when low carbohydrate dieting. The body uses this fat easier than standard fats.

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-915-MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs).aspx?activeIngredientId=915&activeIngredientName=MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs)

@fitnesssocialist thank you for the information. Reading this link : http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar
I disagree that the article shows it doesn't work. It actually acknowledges it does have an effect on weight loss, among other things. Overall the article suggested that some conditions are helped by vinegar, however some other conditions are incorrectly said to be helped by it. It also indicated it could be worth trying in small doses such as on salad dressing - just not in the concentrated capsule form.

AntWrig

Apple Cider Vinegar DOESN"T work.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar

Coconut Oil does work because 50% of it is MCT or Medium Chain triglycerides. MCTs are effective when low carbohydrate dieting. The body uses this fat easier than standard fats.

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-915-MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs).aspx?activeIngredientId=915&activeIngredientName=MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTs)

@fitnesssocialist thank you for the information. Reading this link : http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar
I disagree that the article shows it doesn't work. It actually acknowledges it does have an effect on weight loss, among other things. Overall the article suggested that some conditions are helped by vinegar, however some other conditions are incorrectly said to be helped by it. It also indicated it could be worth trying in small doses such as on salad dressing - just not in the concentrated capsule form.

All it said that it made people fuller. There was nothing regarding modification of your metabolism.

"Weight Loss . For thousands of years, vinegar has been used for weight loss. White vinegar (and perhaps other types) might help people feel full. A 2005 study of 12 people found that those who ate a piece of bread along with small amounts of white vinegar felt fuller and more satisfied than those who just ate the bread."

noogie98

saving this to read for later ~ I drink Bragg's organic apple cider vinegar for leg cramps. Just started about a week ago & it seems to help! :drinker:

ask4itall

I take 2-tbs of ACV everyday...it's an old school bodybuilding technique. I have no clue whether it works or not; however, it doesn't hurt you. I read the article the dude posted from WebMD...okay...fine. If you think it works for you...as I do...and you're not suffering any ill-effects from it...do what you are comfortable with.

UsedToBeHusky

saving this to read for later ~ I drink Bragg's organic apple cider vinegar for leg cramps. Just started about a week ago & it seems to help! :drinker:

This is because of the potassium in the vinegar. If you track potassium in your diary and ensure that you get close to the daily recommended allowance, you should not have a problem with leg cramps anymore.

healthybabs

I just bought some VCO, need to do some more research about all this.

raiderrodney

I'm trying both of these....done a little more research after reading through here and saw even more recommendations

goodhealth2012

Hi, Quick question.. sorry if it's been answered already!

How much apple cider vinegar should i drink per day? and is it better to take it in one go or sip it throughout the day?

In regards to the coconut oil, I used some tonight in my cooking, not much of a flavour but a beautiful aroma! There has been mention of having by itself. Do you just swallow it straight? It has also been mentioned that some people use it on their body. Has anyone had results with massaging it into the skin with stretch marks etc?

thanks

LilacDreamer

SO of the two...which is more worth trying, Apple Cider Vinegar or Virgin Coconut Oil?

pizzygirltx

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anwimsatt28

how do you use it i've never haerd of use that ?

Kymmu

I have coconut oil in my black morning coffee every day, it give it a nice " full feeling" without the milk.
It has a host of health benefits.
There is a great book called the coconut oil miracle that will give you all the info.
It's also lovely as a skin lotion, I keep a separate little jar for that.
I generally use ACV if I'm making my own both stock as it helps reduce the broth and get all of the nutrients out of the bones.
On occasion if I think I may be getting a cold 9 haven't had one for a few years though) I used to take some ACV in water every half an hour and I'd always kick it!
I hope this helps.

dbutorac

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rejoicin

Do you take the coconut oil plain? I just got the Trader Joe's brand Sunday, but haven't opened it yet...looking for ideas on how to injest it...I know you can cook wtih it...and I need to warm it to get it to a liquid, but what else should I know??

salzej01

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spectralmoon

I'm jealous of you people that can do the coconut oil trick. Damn allergies!