seizures and loss of consciousness. If you have type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance, talk to your doctor before taking apple cider vinegar in any amount.
3. Loss of Potassium
The body uses potassium to maintain proper functioning of the nerves and muscles. Without it, problems occur. Apple cider vinegar can adversely interact with your prescription and lead to low potassium levels. Low potassium, medically referred to as hypokalemia, can cause constipation, weakness, muscle cramps and even abnormal heart rhythms.
There is one case study where this did occur and the pattern was believed to cause osteoporosis because of the apple cider vinegar leaching minerals from the bones.
In this particular case, the amount of apple cider vinegar consumed was excessive (around 250 ml or 8.5 fl oz), which is much more than anybody should be drinking in a day. Furthermore, the patient had been consuming apple cider vinegar at that level for around 6 years.
As such, the health issues experienced aren’t likely to happen if you’re just consuming a couple of tablespoons of apple cider vinegar per day.
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BONUS #4: Skin Irritation
If you have inflamed or scaly skin or a dry scalp, the low pH content in ACV may cause further irritation and in some cases has caused skin discoloration.
While many claim that ACV is good for the skin because of its pectin, beta-carotene, and vitamin C content, a USDA report confirms that it does not contain such nutrients in detectable amounts.
BONUS #5 Tooth Enamel
Too much apple cider vinegar can erode tooth enamel. The acetic acid can damage the enamel on your teeth, making them more susceptible to tooth decay. Diluting the vinegar before use can help, but it’s wise to talk to your dentist before you consume apple cider vinegar.
The effects of apple cider vinegar on teeth are particularly significant because people often consume it directly and can drink a considerable amount at a time.
For example, in one reported case a teenager was consuming a glass of apple cider vinegar (undiluted) each day, in an effort to lose weight.
That behavior resulted in significant damage to her teeth. Research has also indicated that vinegar can lead to a loss of minerals in teeth, which could contribute to tooth decay.
Now, this issue is likely to be most significant when you’re drinking apple cider vinegar straight, especially as vinegar is acidic and fairly harsh on the body.
Nevertheless, the potential side effects of apple cider vinegar on potassium levels are something to be aware of, especially if your potassium levels are likely to be low for any other reason.