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Vinegar and Diabetes
"Vinegar appears to have effects similar to Vinegar and diabetes, what do they have to do with each other? Quite a bit! According to recent academic studies, vinegar slows the rise of blood sugar levels after you have eaten a meal and when taken at bed time, vinegar lowers morning blood sugar levels. Professor Carol Johnston PhD, working on the subject of vinegar and diabetes with her research team from the department of nutrition at Arizona state university, have published results on the following three studies:
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Apple Cider Vinegar Before Bedtime
Vinegar and Diabetes Study #2
In August 2007 a second trial was conducted at Arizona State University, this time to determine the effect apple cider vinegar would have on the fasting blood sugar levels of people with type 2 diabetes.
11 people with type 2 diabetes, who were not taking insulin but were taking prescription oral antidiabetic medication, were given either 1 oz cheese and water (placebo group) or 1 oz cheese and 2 tablespoons of vinegar at bedtime for two days.
A cross over trial was conducted a few days later, at which time the placebo group received the vinegar and cheese, and the vinegar group received only cheese and water.
Fasting blood sugar levels were measured every morning.
The researchers found the average fasting blood glucose levels fell by 2% with the placebo (cheese only) and by 4% with the vinegar and cheese.
On closer examination of the data they found that those participants with the highest fasting glucose levels benefited the most from the evening vinegar drink - their fasting blood glucose levels fell by 6%.
These results show that apple cider vinegar, taken with cheese at bedtime, can significantly lower the waking glucose concentrations in type 2 diabetics.
Reference:
White A, Johnston C : Vinegar Ingestion at Bedtime Moderates Waking Glucose Concentrations in Adults With Well-Controlled Type 2 Diabetes.
Diabetes Care 30:2814-2815, 2007 ( Web Link )
Apple Cider Vinegar During Meals
for Healthy Adults - Study #3
for Healthy Adults - Study #3
In January 2010 another study was published by the Arizona State University team, this time mainly to determine the effect apple cider vinegar would have on the blood sugar levels of healthy adults.
In this study 4 randomized crossover trials were conducted with about 30 healthy adults and 9 adults with type 2 diabetes.
All participants ate a standardized meal the evening prior to testing, then after a 10 hour overnight fast were given a test meal consisting of a bagel, butter and fruit juice with or without 10 grams of vinegar. Two hours later, glucose testing was conducted.
Analysis of the results showed that for healthy adults, taking 2 teaspoons of vinegar ( 10 grams) with a meal composed of complex carbohydrates reduces blood sugar levels by 20% compared to placebo, as measured 2 hours after the meal.
10 grams of 5% acetic acid vinegar was found to be the most effective dose to lower blood glucose levels and taking the vinegar during the meal was more effective compared to 5 hours before the meal.
The researchers state that taking steps to reduce "after meal blood sugar levels" is recommended by the American Diabetes Association to limit complications of diabetes.
They also say that “…two teaspoons of vinegar could be consumed palatably in hot tea with lemon at mealtime.”
Reference:
"Examination of the Antiglycemic Properties of Vinegar in Healthy Adults." Annals of Nutrition & Metabolism, 2010;56(1):74-9. PMID: 20068289, by Johnston CS, Steplewska I, Long CA, Harris LN, Ryals RH. (
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Testimonials on the subject of
Vinegar and Diabetes:
Name: Pauline Wallace-Keaton
Location: Virginia, United States
Date: May 13, 2013
Began using "Distilled" (white) vinegar on a whim from what I remembered from youth--High blood, etc.
Morning glucose levels no matter how low during the day were always high, until the Vinegar. One tablespoon before bed lowered my level 24 (min) to 50 (max) points!!
This is great news as the "Statins" taken have caused "Proteinuria" and another solution is desperately needed. Will change to Apple Cider (Brown) to see if it makes a difference.
I am grateful for Nature's better remedy as far as I'm concerned.
Please note: The results ARE IMMEDIATE!!
It is a God-send for me at this critical time. Oh yes, BP lower too. "Win-Win" Drs. should recommend this therapy instead of the med inducing synthetics causing the problem in the first place.
pwk
Name: Earle Campbell
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date: April 11, 2013
I felt like I was dying from this diabetes.
Even large doses of medications did not bring down my blood sugars. I was lethargic and always tired. Dry mouth and would sweat a lot during sleeping.
Started myself on ACV and my life has changed in only 3 days. Anyone with diabetes would be a fool for not trying ACV.
I use 2 tablespoons in a glass of water during meals 3X per day. Most important take 2 tablespoons at bedtime. Take it with a piece of cheese for best results. The taste of ACV is difficult at first but you will get used to it.
Name: Allie Sullivan
Location: St. Louis Missouri, United States
Date: March 04, 2013
I use one cap of white distilled vinegar and found it to decrease my sugar by 40 to 50 grams.
Usually I use it after a heavy meal when even if i take Metformin, blood sugar remain high.
A cap full of vinegar taken 3 hours after my medicine stabilizes my blood sugar.
Name: Joni Kissel
Location: California, United States
Date: February 02, 2013
WoW! After 1 week!
I am suspect of high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Have fatigue and blurred vision sometimes.
I started drinking 1 medium sip of straight ACV morning, noon, and night.
My vision is not blurred anymore, no more fatigue! Also lost 3 pounds so far.
This is the real deal.
Name: Neil
Location: Texas, United States
Date: January 03, 2013
Impressed. My fasting blood sugar dropped from 189 to 139 in two days with no other change than 3oz of ACV, each in 8oz of water.
No other changes noticed in terms of energy, trips to the bathroom or other.
Now experimenting with 4oz of ACV and a 20 minute brisk walk per day.
Name: Samuel
Location: Accra, Ghana
Date: December 02, 2012
Apple cider vinegar has really done wonders in stabilizing my blood sugar.
My fasting blood sugar was about 250 to 290 before I started using ACV. At that time didn't eat anything after 8 pm, drink sodas, use white flour or sugar. I ate lots of veggies, chicken and fish. When I started taking the ACV I was taking Metformin and Actos. First I took 2 teaspoons of ACV in vegetable juice before I went to bed and noticed an immediate drop the next morning.
In the last couple of weeks I’ve increased it to 6 tablespoons of ACV per day – 2 in my vegetable juice in the morning and in the evening, and 2 in a water bottle that I take to work and sip all day. This morning my FBS was 115.
At this stage I’m still taking my prescription meds in lower dose but hope to wean off them with the agreement of my doctor. Since I've been taking the ACV I've been able to feel the physical effects of my blood sugar dropping, feeling very good. My skin has improved and I've also notice a slight improvement in my eyesight.
Thank you so much.
Name: Rama Tangirala
Location: Virginia, United States
Date: November 20, 2012
I have been taking acv for one month.
My fasting blood sugar level values are below 110 most of the time in the 90's.
Name: Scott Byrd
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: October 05, 2012
After being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes recently Aug 2012 my A1C was a 10.9.
I take meds and began research on acv. I tried it and could not tolerate the taste and found it in a pill/vitamin form. I take 3 before bed, cut my carbs, and cut sweets. Basically eat sensible for a diabetic.
In less than 2 months I brought my A1C down to a 8.4 and lost almost 15 lbs.
Depending on my meals my sugar now gets no higher than 150.
Name: America Newing
Location: Michigan, United States
Date: October 03, 2012
I am so glad to see this report!
I began drinking 1 tsp. of vinegar in a cup of water daily since September 27, 2012 to cleanse my liver. EVERYDAY since then (today is 10/3/12) my Type 2 Diabetes Blood Sugar reading in the a.m. and through the day (checked 4x daily) have been LOWER!!!
I am so excited and praise the Lord for directing me to this remedy. The Lord helps, heals and delivers in many ways.
Knowledge truly is power. Thank you!
Name: Karen
Location: Arkansas, United States
Date: September 21, 2012
I have had high triglycerides for as long as I can remember. My father's doctor mentioned to him once that "anecdotal evidence" suggests that ACV will lower triglycerides. I didn't give it much thought back then, but at my last check up, my doctor decided I am pre-diabetic and she is willing to go against standards and label me diabetic now even though my numbers don't meet the current medical criteria.
Since I refuse to take unnecessary medications, I am taking a second look at ACV. The stories on your site give me a lot of hope, and two days ago I started drinking 1 oz. ACV in 8 oz. water with a little MiO or Stevia to cover the bitterness and bring out the apple taste. I drink it before each meal and will add a bedtime drink, too, after this.
The doctor won't have my numbers tested again until November, but I'm sure they'll be down. I'm willing to bet my weight will be, too, as I've already lost about 3 pounds! Fingers crossed.
Update: November 19, 2012
Update to my comment on Sept. 21
I posted a couple of months ago that I was going to try this to see if I could finally get my triglyceride numbers under control.
I am happy to say that as of today, my triglycerides have gone down over 100 pts. (198 --> 90) My a1c has also gone down, but not as dramatically. (6.2 --> 6.0) I've also lost 20 pounds.
Praise the Lord for the people that pointed me to this research.
Name: Aslam Mirza
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Date: September 09, 2012
My blood sugar spiked 14 mmol/l - 90 minutes after meals.
I started to drink ACV before meals and checked my blood sugar after 90 minutes. It is now 5,6 mmol/l.
In the beginning, I did not believe the readings and checked 14 days and the results were the same.
ACV is the best herbal medicine for blood pressure and blood sugar.
Name: Sheila Davis
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: March 23, 2012
I have been on ACV for about 1 month and I have gone down 10 pound and my waist is smaller by 4 inches.
My blood sugar are down in the morning to a low number of 98. I suffered with a high blood sugar of 138, but by using ACV it is down.
Praise God.
Name: Sanitex
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Date: March 21, 2012
Before I started using ACV I read some comment from the internet then I went on and bought it, then my glucose level was 117gm/dl.
I took it for almost two weeks and went for another test. It was an amazing result, the number dropped to 102.
But I am still taking it up till now.
Name: Rosalinda Morales
Location: Texas, United States
Date: February 19, 2012
I am 35 weeks pregnant with gestational diabetes.
This is my second pregnancy with this disease. I'm currently on 5 mg of Glyburide twice a day.
My numbers would range from 100-120 fasting and since I started ACV they have ranged from 80-100.
I was amazed. ACV does do miracles.
Name: Shannon
Location: Manitoba, Canada
Date: February 03, 2012
I have just been diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
My 2 hour post meal reading was 8.0 and climbing.
I take Glucotrol 10 mg., my fasting sugar was 145 to 200 before, now it is 73 to 130. As long as I don't overdo it with carbs, it stays good.
Has anyone with gestational diabetes tried ACV? I am 33 weeks pregnant and would like to avoid pills and insulin if at all possible.
Thank you in advance.
Name: John Mays
Location: KZN, South Africa
Date: January 28, 2012
I read in Folk Medicine by Dr. D.C. Jarvis M.D., that Diabetes is an energy disease & that taking apple cider vinegar lowers sugar in the blood.
I have been taking strong doses, about 20mm in a smallish glass of water & it works, also feel stronger.
Name: Sandy
Location: Alaska, USA
Date: January 28, 2012
I started ACV about one month ago and my blood glucose readings are within the suggested ranges.
A lot better than without the ACV.
Glad I tried it and the taste improves with time.
Name: James
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: January 26, 2012
I've been diabetic with Type II for approximately 10 years.
My numbers kept going up from the time I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes and medications that didn't seem to work. My doctor finally put me on insulin, slow acting and fast acting. This enabled me to get my levels down to the proper levels.
In this New Year, I decided to try the Insulin Resistant Diet by Cheryl Hart and Mary Kay Grossman. This has made an incredible difference and I've been able to go off insulin altogether.
Then I heard about ACV in the book, and have tried using Red Wine Vinegar (I didn't have any ACV) for the past couple of days.
My levels have been in the 5's 2 hours after meals and low 6's fasting. I didn't know about taking it at bedtime and will try that too!
I am still on 2 Metformin 2x per day, but I am ecstatic about my progress. I've lost approximately 10 lbs. in 3 wks on the diet. I will continue!
Name: Michele Appleton
Location: California, USA
Date: January 16, 2012
Four months ago I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes
Every evening I drink 4 oz of pomegranate vinegar mixed with a Benifiber packet and 16 oz of water.
I now have normal blood glucose numbers. I'm also walking and eating healthy. I like the taste of the pomegranate vinegar better than apple cider.
Name: Tony Delgado
Location: California, United States
Date: January 07, 2012
I have to say I was a bit doubtful. My sugar readings after dinner are around 180.
Tonight after reading all this hoopla I took two table spoons of acv with my meal. A half hour later I told my wife come see what happens when I take this reading... Behold I was reading 130.
This was to much too be true so tonight I'm taking two more spoons of acv with lemon and Splenda to make it more tasteful.
My morning readings are always 130. I will follow up with you all after taking my readings sunday morning..cheers
Name: Anji S.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Date: November 26, 2011
I have type 2 diabetes and pcos (I get coarse hair on chin and acne).
Past month I've been taking 1 tsp ACV before each meal and it has lowered my sugar levels from 140 down to 90's (my diet is medium to low carbs, veggies, occasional desserts, high carb foods once or twice a week).
I noticed I feel more energetic. So far, lost 4 lbs, no more itchy on my scalp or different body parts. If I have any cuts or wounds, they heal faster. My acne stopped and hair chin is gone.
My hair on head stopped falling out (that's a plus). I brush my teeth with baking soda toothpaste after every meal or rinse my mouth with water to help prevent acid wear on teeth.
So far, I'm getting positive results and will continue to take Apple Cider Vinegar. Oh, and I include at least 30 min. exercise, 3-4 times a week. ACV is my savior, no more meds :)
Name: PJ
Location: The Gulf Coast, USA
Date: November 14, 2011
Hi Everyone,
PLEASE make sure and list how much ACV you take daily, how you take it, and how often you take it.
This will help all of us understand what is the best way to take it, and how much to take to see good results.
I am a Type 2 diabetic and just started taking it today in the hopes it will help me to lower my blood sugar readings. I plan on taking 2 tablespoons twice a day, mixed with 16 oz of unsweetened Apple Juice to help mask the flavor.
My current regimen to lower my blood sugar includes 2000 mg daily of Metformin, 2 caps twice a day (the mg strength shown is for each cap) of Gymnema Sylvestre 400 mg, Fenugreek 625 mg, Alpha Lipoic Acid 300 mg, Benfotiamine (Vit B1) 268 mg, Glucomannan 700 mg, Cedar Berries 450 mg, Tart Cherry Extract 465 mg, Cinnamon 500 mg, 1 cap daily of Blood Sugar Formula by Vitabase.
I get the best prices for these ingredients from Swanson Vitamins online, the Blood Sugar formula from Vitabase, and the Cedar Berries from doctorvitaminstore online. And I only take the Cedar Berries & Cinnamon with heavier meals to avoid heartburn.
I realize these are a lot of pills, but by doing this I have been able to stay away from Insulin shots and have dropped my morning blood sugar readings from 250-300 to 120-130 in about 3 months time. I also try to eat and drink as low carb as possible and try to stay away from anything made with Flour.
I understand I still need lower readings, and my readings after eating are still in the 250's, so I am hoping adding ACV to my regimen will help. I also walk on a treadmill at my gym M-F for an hour, and take two Multivitamins, 3 Fish Oil Omega 3 caps, and 20k IU's of Vit D3 a day.
Good luck to everyone, and let's keep each other informed and updated on how well ACV works for us.
So keep coming back and post updates all!
Take care.. =)
Name: George
Location: Illinois, United States
Date: October 31, 2011
Tried 2 tbs of aged wine vinegar w/glass of water before going to bed.
This morning it's 110 against 153 yesterday.
We'll see tomorrow.
Name: Maureen
Location: California, United States
Date: October 27, 2011
Can anyone tell me if they have had success taking ACV and having Type 1?
If so, please include how much ACV/water you take and what time of day you take it. I was diagnosed with Type 1 two months ago and up until 1 week ago my sugars would still hit the high 100's.
But frequently I'll wake up at 3 or 4 in the morning feeling funny---I check my sugar and with this feeling it's always low!
Another problem I'm having is complete fatigue---honestly, I could sleep all night and through the whole day too.
Has anyone experienced this? Stress is added because I'm in my first year of college about 2000 miles from home. I would appreciate any tips from those of you with experience with Type 1.
Name: Sharon Current
Location: Ohio, United States
Date: October 20, 2011
I am just starting ACV. Like for 2 days.
Do you have to take it with water? I have been taking 1 1/2 TBS. plain. Blood sugar already seems to have dropped quite a bit. Am going to try taking it at bedtime as well.
I have been taking 2 ACV tablets a day for a year or so and never could see much difference in my readings, but the ACV liquid looks to be doing the job.
I hope my readings continue to improve as you all have.
Name: Carlos Ramirez
Location: New York, USA
Date: October 10, 2011
When I have a high reading on my blood sugar, two tbsp in 8 oz of water brings it down to normal in the span of about 2 hrs.
When taken at night, there is plenty of urination.
Name: Michelle
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date: October 05, 2011
I was told a year ago I am type 2 diabetic and I am on insulin and pills. They are working for the most part but last night I had a high of 258 and a friend told me about vinegar and all I have in my home is white distilled vinegar. So I tried it.
Within an hour, it went down 70 and when I woke up this morning it was 116 and I was so happy.
Vinegar does taste nasty but it helped me and I will keep using it. I was also told it could help lose weight so I am looking into that as well.
Name: Viyey Bueno
Location: Florida, United States
Date: October 04, 2011
This works for real.
My blood sugar levels were at alarming 350, before I knew I was a diabetic patient.
I started a diet of low carbohydrate at night and started taking apple cider vinegar. And now, I wake up in the morning at 90 or 95.
This works for real.
Name: Joan Wager
Location: Florida, United States
Date: September 15, 2011
I have been taking apple cidar vinegar for a few weeks and the results are remarkable.
I have been able to keep my 2 hrs after a meal reading at 140 or below when before it would be 150 to 168.
Name: Gil Montales
Location: Albay, Philippines
Date: August 28, 2011
I have had a consistent fasting blood sugar level of 125 for 5 months.
Since I started taking up 2tsp ACV with 8 ounce of water, I got so amazed that my number went down to 94 when I had my test 2 days ago.
Thanks to my good friend and ACV!
Name: Arnie
Location: California, United States
Date: August 21, 2011
I am a Type II diabetic but have managed my blood sugar through exercise and diet as well as a few supplements.
Recently I started taking a tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) with a glass of water once a day.
The results have been very good, I check blood sugar once a day when I wake up and normal see anywhere from 102-118. In the past 2 weeks since starting ACV I have never been above 96 and I now seeing 84-89 every day even with foods I would not normally eat.
Caution still prevails and I am very careful 90% of the time about what I eat.
Would be interested to hear any other experience on ACV.
Regards, Arnie
Name: Agnes Salita
Location: Manila, Philippines
Date: July 29, 2011
I've had my blood sugar reading at 280, before that I am suffering from itchiness all over my body, haven't tried consulting a doctor but my friend told me that it might be a diabetes symptoms, and indeed, since my mom and brother are type 2 diabetics.
But I also learned that taking pills to control diabetes will add more problems due to the complications it will do to my system.
After a long search from the internet, looking for a natural remedy, I happen to read about ACV. Its amazing cause the itchiness was gone and I can sleep soundly at night and energetic the whole day by just taking 2tbsp of ACV before meals.
And to my husbands surprise, his long time fungal skin disease on his in-between fingers which bothers him so much was gone and freed him also from itch.
I know I have controlled my blood sugar level. | can feel it even without the docs advise. Thanks to ACV and the Bragg family. I also thank God for letting me find the remedy with a very low cost. THANKS PAUL AND PATRICIA.
Name: Dennis Norwood
Location: Texas, United States
Date: July 24, 2011
I've had Type 2 now since 2005.
I just recently found out about ACV. The doctors have had me on 2000mg Metformin, 15mg glyburide, and 100mg Jaunvia a day.
Even with all this, my blood sugars in the morning were 140 to 170 and 150 to 200 during the day.
I've been on ACV for about a month and now my morning numbers are 100 to 105 and 120 to 130 during the day.
I've been able to reduce my medication Metformin to 500mg and dropped the other two.
In another 30 days I plan on dropping the Metformin. My last A1C was 6.4 and I go next month for a checkup and I feel it will be even lower then.
Name: Brenda Line
Location: Michigan, United States
Date: July 16, 2011
I have been using apple cider vinegar for the past month.
I am on 2 types of insulin and just recently ran out of insulin and no insurance to get anymore.
Well using the apple cider vinegar 4 times a day (4 tsp total) and my metformin is controlling my sugar from 352 to the ranges of 119 and 170. I feel better after not having control of my sugar for a year or so.
I don't know if it has done anything for my cholesterol level but will let you know when I finally get to see a doctor.
Name: Valerie Jacobs
Location: Quebec, Canada
Date: June 22, 2011
I noticed a significant drop in blood sugar levels in the morning when I eat vinegar chips at night.
Although I do not eat chips every night, I would like more info on vinegar.
Name: John Hennessee
Location: Georgia, United States
Date: May 20, 2011
I used ACV yesterday for the first time and my morning blood sugar went from 160 to 200 to 89 this morning.
Wow I could not believe it.
I will definetily stay on the ACV supplement.
Name: John
Location: New Brunswick, Canada
Date: May 08, 2011
I'm back.
Results of over one month of ACV use, two tablespoons ACV to 4 oz water, 1/2 hr prior to and 1.5 hrs after each meal. MGDL Levels in early March, upon waking, in the mid to high 200's. After one week, 'fasting' levels in the mid to high 100's. At the end of the month, 'fasting' levels in low 100's. This was coupled with noticeable decrease in appetite (more alkaline stomach lining?), far more energy, and far less drowsiness.
During said time I largely removed all forms of high sugar/high 'fast' carb foods from meals (ayurvedic eating plan).
I believe the ACV also made it easier for me to undertake a 20 day fast in April (no real hunger pangs at the outset), which I undertook to test how my body was reacting to sugar stored in adipose tissue. As I was not exceedingly overweight, weight loss was not a primary goal in mind for the fast. I did note that all forms of bloating around my upper diaphragm went away though.
All MGDL readings during the fast remained in the low 70's to low 100's, making me question the allopaths contentions that my body has difficulty processing normal levels of sugars or properly controlling insulin. You'd be well advised to discuss ACV usage and fasting with your physician (if you have medical coverage) prior to undertaking said or changing your medication.
I will likely stay on this protocol (and changes in diet) for the rest of my life, as it has worked far better for me than the "actos plus met" that I had been placed on.
Name: Patricia Evans
Location: New York, United States
Date: April 27, 2011
My doctor mentioned to me I should use ACV.
I will surly try this method. I was boarder line at one time.
I recently re-gain about 40 pounds, I am concerned with it re-occurring and that the gain will mess with my sugar levels.
Work in progress!
Name: John
Location: New Brunswick, Canada
Date: March 09, 2011
I was diagnosed with type II diabetes years ago and have never been satisfied with the explanations and rational of the medical professionals treating me on either side of the border.
As a result, my use of the meds they gave me was sporadic. I felt no better on them than off them, and my blood sugar levels only leveled off (at too high a level for my liking) when I was on them, they never improved.
After having read about AVC, I gave it a shot this morning.
Sugar level after 2 slices of toast with tea...246.
Followed 1/2 the protocol suggested, checked in an hour...210.
Did the other half of the protocol, checked an hour later...186.
Will continue the protocol before every meal and before bed and post regular updates here.
Feeling far more energetic now than I have in a while, and my feet and hands are tingling. Taken as a good sign, given neuropathy.
Name: Betty
Location: Florida, United States
Date: January 15, 2011
I have pancreatitis due to high triglycerides.
Recently home from my second hospitalization in three years and my sugars will not come down. Morning sugars were around 306. The lowest was around 215.
Last night I took 3 tablespoons of white vinegar in 4 ounces of water and this morning my fasting blood sugar was 178. Much improved from 300. Today I am starting ACV before each meal...we will see.
Also, I don't eat what I want. I eat meals in low fat and low carbs due to the type 2 diabetes and the pancreatitis. Nothing has worked. Also am on Metformin. It was NOT working. ACV WORKS!
I encourage anyone struggling to regulate their blood sugar levels as a type 2 diabetic to give it a try...you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. I am thankful to God for bringing me to this information.
Name: Rita
Location: Alabama, United States
Date: January 05, 2011
I started using acv pills about a month ago and it help lower my glucose levels so well, I thought I might not be diabetic anymore.
My sugar is better than it has been in ten years. It's not that I didn't try before, it just wouldn't work like it's supposed to.
I take glucotrol 10 mg., my fasting sugar was 145 to 200 before, now it is 73 to 130. As long as I don't overdo it with carbs, it stays good.
The acv pills really do work, do what I did, just try it. Seems like an all natural substance to me, no side effects so far. See it it works for you. Wouldn't hurt to try, that's the way I looked at it.
By the way.....even when I did overdo it, my sugar was not over 150!
Hope this helps someone who feels helpless like there was no hope of getting it to normal. It is very discouraging when you are really trying and it does no good. ACV pills give you the power.
Good luck!
Name: Yusuf Karolia
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date: December 29, 2010
We are both type2 diabetics. And use a cocktail with ginger, garlic and ACV and our sugar levers are regularly 7 or under (diabetic over 10 years).
We were discharged from the hospital and seen by practise nurse. We walk regularly and try to eat healthy but even with the odd binge are doing very well.
Name: Anne
Location: Texas, United States
Date: December 24, 2010
I have pre-diabetes and am self-treating through lifestyle changes.
I test my blood sugar every night before I go to bed and then my fasting glucose in the morning. My bedtime readings are usually in the 90's and my morning readings average 106.
I began taking two ACV pills, 450 mg each, when I go to bed and now my morning glucose readings are in the 90's... and always the same or lower than when I went to bed.
I control my daytime sugars very well and was frustrated that my readings would climb overnight. The ACV pills have taken care of that! I'm thrilled.
Name: Colin
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Date: December 21, 2010
Have been using ACV for 2 months. 2tbs at bed time.
Morning test are 6.2, 6.8 which is good for me.
Think I will take it in the morning & before supper. I still take metf. daily.
Name: Denise
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date: December 09, 2010
I am a 52 year old female with Non alcoholic fatty liver disease with cirrhosis.
About a month after getting this diagnosis I was also diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Hence the creation of the liver problem.
I started the Janumet pill twice a day to no avail my diabetes progressed quickly I was put on Insulin as well as the Janumet, still my insulin levels were climbing up to the 400's, yea I could feel my liver working over time.
I remembered checking into ACV for weight loss, but didn't stick with it. So I started looking into it for diabetic benefit and wow.
Yesterday I had a blood sugar reading of 405, I took 1 tbsp of ACV and with in 30 minutes it had gone from 405 to 374. Took another tbsp and in 30 minutes down to 352, this morning I had a reading of 177 and at 2:20 this afternoon I was 104. OMG I have tested twice more today after my evening meal and I have stayed mid 100's all day, not once did I go up over 200 today.
I am so grateful I found this out it could possibly save my life and that's no lie. I cant for the life of myself (no pun intended) understand why doesn't every diabetic do this?
Name: Dawn Clark
Location: Florida, United States
Date: November 18, 2010
I have high cholesterol and am pre-diabetic.
So every morning I make a shake: -2tb ACV -2 cup raw kale -half frozen banana -1 scoop whey protein -1 scoop ground flax seed -cinnamon - ice and a little vanilla flavor.
Mix in strong blender until smooth.
Tastes delicious and I am loosing weight.
Name: Don Yarnell
Location: Colorado, United States
Date: November 14, 2010
I am a type 2 diabetic. I have been struggling to get my blood sugar under control.
The other night after eating supper, I ate a few dill pickles and actually drank some of the juice they were packed in.
About and hour later I checked my blood sugar and it was lower then it had been all day! Amazing !
I had almost forgot about this, but for some reason I decided to check on the internet to see if this was possible. Glad I did.
Now I know it does work and I will be drinking the ACV daily.
Name: Rita
Location: Scotland, United Kingdom
Date: October 24, 2010
I use Aceto Balsamico 4 times a day, after meals and at bed time, either with 1/2 glass water topped up with cranberry juice or with olive oil and soda bread, here in Europe with do not suffer with caramel and/or colourants, it's pure.
I find it very tasty, no soreness or bitterness.
I have been taking the aceto for 1 week and my highest level was 16.2, before I started after being advised by my Diabetic nurse to start eating lots of fruit. (oh hummm)( I was in the 8's before her suggestion)
I am now down to 11.4 and am hopeing to get down to the low 8's by Christmas and my aim is to get down to 5 soon in the new year, so please wish me luck.
Name: Bev
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date: September 20, 2010
I am pre-diabetic with high numbers after a high carb meal.
I am newly trying ACV, and my numbers are definitely lower so will continue, however I will try lemon juice instead, as I have read a study that it will do the job just as well. Maybe it won't be as hard on the throat etc.
If it doesn't work, I will definitely continue with the ACV. I also find that taking the vinegar daily has stopped my hot flashes! I am taking the ACV capsules and they work fine.
Name: Richard Kwon
Location: Port Louis, Mauritius
Date: September 20, 2010
Unbelievable --- it works!
Name: Darlene
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date: September 09, 2010
How ACV and lifestyle helps my sugars:
By pure numbers I am type 2 diabetic; I inherit this condition from both my bio mom and bio dad. I recently heard about the benefits of ACV for weight loss and diabetes so I thought I'd give it a try.
By eating sensibly, exercising more regularly than I have in the last few years, and taking ACV, I have noticed results in the mirror and in my random sugar testing.
I know, I should test all the time, but I go more by 'feel'. And I feel great, and stable sugar-wise when taking the ACV. Random testing used to have me high in the mornings - 8 - 11 sometimes and since the ACV I am in normal sugar ranges in the morning.
I can't believe how well this has worked for me. My ACV ritual - some (tbsp) in the morning with water and also before bed, and if I think of it, a tsp with water just before a meal.
Had I known ACV would have these benefits, I would have tried this long ago.
Name: David Sociaio
Location: Texas, United States
Date: August 29, 2010
Hey guys, get this, me and my wife Connie goes to da sto, there is a little store called Walmart just down de road, and she comes out with a bottle of acv, well, we gets to de house and she says to me, "look acv up on the internet," so's I did, and got this website.
Long story short we go to the bbq place and my sugar level usually shoots up and I have to take a metformin to calm it down.
We just got home and my level was 121 after ribs, potato salad and beans, with no sweet tea.
lol, I'm hooked,,,, and I do know how to spell , I was just funnin.
Name: Debby
Location: Georgia, United States
Date: August 20, 2010
I'm a new diabetic, meds didn't work so had to go on insulin shots.
I'm eager to see how ACV works on my high numbers!
BUT, I can attest that ACV stops LEG CRAMPS in their tracks!
Mine can be so bad it looks like aliens are in my legs, from all the spasms and twitching! I can sleep at night now, it's amazing!
Name: Daniel George
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: August 15, 2010
I am type 2 diabetic . Recently I started taking coconut vinegar (about 60 ml) prior (to) each meal and my diabetic readings have dropped from average 140 to 110 pre prandial.
Great stuff and most inexpensive diabetic treatment. I advise it for all diabetics whether type 1 or 2.
Note from:apple-cider-vinegar-benefits-com –- The use of apple cider vinegar, or other vinegars, as help in the treatment of diabetes, has been shown to be effective in the case of prediabetics and type 2 diabetics. We are not aware of any benefits for type 1 diabetics.
Name: Susie Smith
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: August 02, 2010
I have type II diabetes and was on medication for about 8 years. About a month ago I started an exercise program and decided to change my diet.
One night I decided to take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar for my blood pressure during the week I notice that my blood sugar reading was down from 140-147 to 104 -114 daily.
I realized it was the ACV. I been spreading the word to all my friends who are diabetics. I want everyone who is reading to believe ACV does work.
Name: Mary
Location: Missouri, United States
Date: July 07, 2010
I've had the symptoms of Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) for the past 5 years (also called insulin resistant, pre-diabetic, or metabolic syndrome: high sugar, high triglycerides, high cholesterol).
My condition has gone undiagnosed. I've been self-monitoring / self-managing for the past 10 days.
I exercised 10-20 minutes 1 hour after every meal. During the past 10 days, I took 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with 1/2 cup of water before every meal and at bedtime.
I checked my blood glucose levels upon rising (6:30 a.m.)and two hours after lunch (2:00 p.m.) My morning glucose levels dropped from 122 to 91 and my afternoon glucose levels dropped from 126 to 97.
Coupled with a strict diet, I also lost a lot of weight during the past 10 days.
Using apple cider vinegar and monitoring my glucose levels has been the best thing for me.
Name: David DerKach
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: July 06, 2010
I have been on ACV for six months now and my doctor wants to take me off all my type two diabetes meds.
My numbers were 10 to 11, now under 5.
I exercise each day and eat a well balanced diet and it works, the acv really works!
Name: Andrew
Location: Washington, United States
Date: July 04, 2010
Amazing. I was not feeling well last night before bed and ended up having a dill pickle of all things... not ACV but vinegar none the less.
I immediately felt a difference and this morning I feel a hundred percent better.
I'm a type II diabetic and have now become a believer in vinegar as an aide to keeping my blood sugar levels low.
I will now begin to use ACV every day at every meal and also at bedtime!
Name: Pam
Location: Missouri, United States
Date: June 1, 2010
I was recently diagnosed with Type II diabetes.
Metformin twice a day and 1/2 Glimepiride tablet once a day. Numbers were coming down but not enough.
Started using 2T of ACV in Crystal lite 4 times a day. In the morning, before lunch, before supper, and before bed.
Blood sugar levels have dropped significantly. I am so thrilled with the results I am sharing the good news with anyone who will listen.
My fasting blood sugar was at 229 it is now at 122. This is nothing to sneeze at.
It is so cost effective and not hard to do at all. What have you got to loose?
Name: Jamal
Location: California, United States
Date: May 25, 2010
I was just going to add my two bits. I have been a Type II diabetic for 14 years.
I recently heard about the medicinal benefits of ACV. I would have to say I have become a believer.
I was generally having morning readings in the mid- to high 200's. since I added ACV to my diet,( I take a 2 tblsp "shot" from shot glass) 3x a day and my numbers have been incredible!
I generally have a morning reading in double digits (72-98) and my daytime and evening pre-meal ones are in the 110-150s.
I am going to see my doctor next week and see what he thinks. It has been a "blessed" 4 weeks!
Name: Dennis Frost
Location: Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Date: May 21, 2010
Hi, I've been taking ACV for 5 days now, morning after meals and night, taking about 2 tbls with water, my sugar was averaging 14, I've just tested my blood and it is down to 9.9 in 5 days.
I don't know if its all down to the ACV as I'm also taking fenugreek capsules bitter melon capsules Gymnema Sylvestre capsules.
I've also cut out meat, margarine, cakes etc, and I've adopted a healthy diet, I'm drinking lemon juice in boiled water in the morning, eating oats with chia seeds and ground flax seeds and cinnamon mixed in.
I've also included the budwig diet that I take once a day, I'll let you know if my sugar gets any less.
Name: Charlie
Location: New York, United States
Date: May 11, 2010
2 tablespoons in eight ounces of water before each meal and at bedtime, is the solution for me.
That, in addition to weight loss, has saved my life of daily medications.
Please consult your doctor before you stop your medications.
Name: Stephanie Richardson
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: May 10, 2010
I have been taking 2 Tbsp. of ACV mixed with 4-6 oz. of water prior to eating anything that is high in carbs.
This always works in keeping my blood sugar levels down by 20%-40% vs. not taking the ACV. Sometimes I'll forget to take it before eating high carb foods so I'll take it afterwards and it works about the same.
I've read that you can mix a little baking soda (about 1/4 tsp.) with the ACV if the ACV bothers your stomach. I haven't tried this so I'm not sure what the results are, but it's supposed to be better for your teeth.
Name: Shirley Warnick
Location: Washington, United States
Date: April 30, 2010
Much like Marilyn, I was searching for something to stop the itching of uticaria that had developed several months ago.
I also used the ACV that contains the mother and it soothed it on contact. The redness is also resolving and to date all the prescription medication I have been given has not had much effect on the condition.
I think we may be onto something!
I am also a type II diabetic so I will add the vinegar to my diet and see if there is a change in my glucose readings.
Name: Marilyn Channell
Location: Queensland, Australia
Date: April 29, 2010
I am using apple cider vinegar for a condition called chronic urtacaria & really come by it by accident.
Rattling through cupboards to see what could help with horrible itching, I decided to apply apple cider vinegar with the mother & was more than surprised just how well this has worked for me.
Given that I see Specialists all the time for my condition & nothing has worked, ACV has given me so much & I would like to see so many other sufferers give this a go.
I also have pre-diabetes & have seen the numbers fall, I am a true believer.
Name: Peter Thurgood
Location: Pattaya, Thailand
Date: April 04, 2010
After reading about the benefits of taking apple cider vinegar, I have been taking 2 tbls. in a glass of water with a little honey and have found that my blood sugar level has dropped by an average of 40%.
I'm a believer.
Name: Taye
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: March 24, 2010
I've had type 2 diabetes since 2004. My morning fasting numbers had been climbing in the last few months, normally averaging 140-150, with daytime numbers fluctuating between 150-160. [on Metformin 2X a day]
My doctor wanted to start me on Byetta as well as the pills, but at this point, it 's not a mandatory thing. I decided to try the ACV and see what it might do.
I started it at night - 2 tablespoons before bedtime. My morning fasting # was 131 - a significant drop. I followed up with another 2 tablespoons in the morning. Throughout the day my after meals numbers were 113 and 128. I took another dose at bedtime and the next morning, my fasting number was 111. Evening number was 121.
I purposefully went off of the ACV for a day and my evening after meal number went back up to 143. This was proof enough for me that the ACV is definitely working.
I'm going to try mixing it in my crystal light, because either taking it straight with a drink chaser or mixing it in just water is too harsh for my throat.
Name: Janet
Location: Nevada, United States
Date: March 04, 2010
I've just recently learned about the ACV/lower blood sugar connection, and have been trying it for only a few days.
I haven't tried the bedtime one yet, but will tonight.
Just wanted to share that after a dinner out last night, my two-hour check was 197. I drank about a 1-1/2 tbs. of ACV. Two hours later my sugar was 93. Yes, I was impressed.
Will continue this regimen. So far, no stomach upset. I usually drink it in water with stevia.
Name: Elaine Lynch
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: February 28, 2010
I have had type 2 diabetes for 7 years and always have high fasting sugars.
I have started taking 1 tbsp. ACV with a little water each evening. My fasting blood sugar has never been as low. It was always about 8.5(150 on the US scale). It is now regularly around 7(126 US scale).
I'm a believer!
Name: Linda Derrah
Location: New Brunswick, Canada
Date: February 20, 2010
2 Weeks ago the Doctor put me on 500mg Metaformin twice daily during meals...My Blood Sugar was 13.4...
I have been taking ACV twice a day and today my reading was 7.4 two weeks later....I was delighted....I can't exercise must because of 2 bad hips and a knee...but have been trying to watch what I eat....
Thanks to this site.... I have also started giving my kitty some ACV and I can see it has helped her eyes and skin condition.....
Name: Sandra Smith
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: January 19, 2010
I was just advised by my doctor that I was in the early stage of diabetes.
My parents also have diabetes. I quickly turned to the internet to find a natural remedy. The above testimonies have given me the courage to use ACV.
At present I am adding it to my drinking water. I use bottled water. I open two bottles each morning, drink a large swallow and fill that space with ACV.
I will also try the Vinegar, water and sweetener. I think I will take it one step further and add some olive oil for my salad dressing.
Name: Mary
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date: January 12, 2010
I use organic vinegar,1 tablespoon in a glass of water in the morning.
It lowers my blood pressure. My latest reading 121/61. Normally 140/70/80, which my Dr. says I need meds. Hmmm...no.
I also have type 2 diabetes . I do not take any meds for, I've had this disease for over 20 years, I use dandelion root, fenugreek seed, cinnamon and black/green tea, I'm still here. I have used for the last 2 years, stevia as a sweetener, no side affects. NONE.
Natural raw vinegar with mother is what you want to consume, not store bought!
As far as lowering my blood sugar, slightly, but maybe if I would consume more, possibly, I have to keep checking my sugar, and will post here again and let you all know.
Name: Rita
Location: Maryland, United States
Date: January 12, 2010
I have been a type 2 diabetic for three years and have struggled with high glucose levels in the morning vs bedtime glucose.
A few months ago I started drinking a 6oz cup of water with a tablespoon of ACV at bedtime - my glucose levels have been lower than my bedtime glucose - finally.
Name: John Wagoner
Location: California, United States
Date: January 06, 2010
I have been diabetic (type 2) for about 3 years and through a variety of measures (supplements and diet) have managed to get my HeA1C readings down from 9.3 to 5.7 without medications.
That said, I recently had a nice lunch out and was alarmed that my 2 hour post meal readings were 191.
I took 2 tablespoons of ACV and also a teaspoon of cinnamon, a tablespoon of Fenugreek powder and a tablespoon of turmeric. I exercised on a treadmill for 1 hour, supposedly doing 750 calories of work. My blood sugar dropped to 81.
I have never seen such a drop before (the most was 30 points in 1.5 hours). Not very scientific, but a real observation.
Name: Avner Jose
Location: New delhi, India
Date: January 01, 2010
I have been diagnosed with pre diabetes but I am not taking any medicines instead I have started 40 - 45 min. of brisk walk, cutting down in red meat & poultry and taking Jamun (India black berry or black plum or Syzygium cumin - a fruit native to India found during monsoon June - August) and Vinegar after meals.
This has a very positive effect on my sugar level and I have almost controlled my sugar levels.
Name: Robert
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: December 23, 2009
One month of two teaspoons ACV in water, before meals and my pre diabetic numbers have reduced by at least 10 percent.
In fact one day they dipped to 65 after exercise which I quickly remedied.
I also take 500mg Metaformin twice daily during meals.
Will try the evening 2 tablespoons with cheese next. I do not want diabetes and will continue with this regime which is suiting me well and I like vinegar too.
Name: Ben Middleton
Location: California, United States
Date: November 04, 2009
I have type 1 diabetes for 52 years and in the summer time I would make a bowel of fresh vegetables for to snack or have to eat with my sandwich at Lunch and some times I would have it at Dinner time.
I would cut up a skinned cucumber, 2 or 3 tomato's and an sweet onion in a bowl fill the bowl with Apple Cider Vinegar and add a little water and a couple of packets of sweeter if you like and let marinate over night. Every day or two I would just add more vegetables to the mix.
I got to notice that my blood sugars were on target in the morning and not knowing why until on the news they said vinegar helped to control the high-carbohydrate meal I had.
Now I have added it to my daily meal. I like to dip the edge of my sandwich into the mixture to.
Name: Suzette
Location: Michigan, United States
Date: October 03, 2009
I have noticed that when I use white vinegar on my food during the day that my glucose has had significant drops.
In the last 6 days I have gone from a glucose reading of 122 to 102.
Name: Abdul Yusufzai
Location: California, United States
Date: October 01, 2009
I have found it effective in lowering early morning glucose (by 2% without cheese).
However, how to deal with upset stomach. I use Asephex.
Any idea to have apple cider and not have stomach problem.
Thanks
apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com:
Some people find that adding the apple cider vinegar to a juice drink, such as orange juice or an orange and cranberry juice mix, helps them to avoid upset stomach problems and greatly improves taste.
Name: Frank Smith
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date: September 04, 2011
To Abdul,
Keep taking ACV. The stomach problems will go away.
The healing has just begun. I had diabetes for 21 years now and have experienced everything.
Name: Jonn Kiernan
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date: September 23, 2009
I have just started with one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in the morning and my blood sugar has not changed much.
I have been doing it this way for a month now.
From now On, I will use it in the evening as well and see how that works.
I hope that this can help. I do not take meds. More later.
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