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The 5 Times You Should NEVER Use Apple Cider Vinegar

low potassium levels, such as diuretics, do not take apple cider vinegar without talking to your doctor first.

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3. If You Have A History Of Blood Clots Or Diabetes In Your Family

While apple cider vinegar has benefits, it could also cause an increase in episodes of hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, in diabetics.

If you have diabetes, ask your doctor about how to take apple cider vinegar and monitor blood sugars carefully to avoid hypoglycemia.

If you already take blood thinners or if you have problems with blood clotting, do not take apple cider vinegar without your doctor’s approval.

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4. If You Have Gastrointestinal Problems

Since ACV is high in acidic content, it can cause serious diarrhea, indigestion and heartburn.

If you’re using ACV for detoxification, these side effects are very common. According to experts, consuming unrefined ACV with a Ph level of 5-7 restricts these side effects.

If these side effects do not seem to evade overtime, discontinue or lower your dosage.

5. If You Have Sensitive Teeth/Oral Health Problems

The high acidic level of undiluted ACV can destroy your tooth enamel when consumed orally.

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Besides giving a yellowish tinge to your teeth, it increases your dental sensitivity as well.

In order to avoid direct contact with your teeth, consider consuming liquid ACV using a straw.

Mix the ACV with juice or water before consuming that way you’ll be able to lower the possible side effects of vinegar consumption.

A viable option to lower the potential damage to your tooth enamel is to brush your teeth soon after vinegar intake.

April 11, 2022 by Dr. P. Gould

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