If you’re interested in taking apple cider vinegar pills, Brissette recommends having the liquid form instead, if you can stomach it. “Drink the real thing and skip the supplements,” she says.

It's unclear if powdered apple cider vinegar is as potent as vinegar in its liquid form, but the powdered elixir contains loads of vitamins C, B-6 and B-12, so it certainly can't hurt to slug one ...

Bonus: the apple cider vinegar will also deodorize the microwave, removing unwanted odors. Related: How to Clean Your Microwave the Right Way—and How Often You Should Do It ...

White wine vinegar has a similar acidity to apple cider vinegar, but it doesn’t have a fruity flavor. For that reason, it is best to add 1/4 teaspoon of citrus juice for every tablespoon of vinegar.

Bonus apple cider vinegar benefit: Acetic acid in ACV helps burn cholesterol. In a study on dieters, 3 Tbs. daily cut triglycerides by 58 points; a no-ACV group saw a 45-point increase.

Apple cider vinegar pills are all over social media, but are they safe to use, do they help with weight loss, and are they healthy? Here’s what dietitians say.

Apple cider vinegar may also lower blood potassium, which can be a problem for those who already have low levels, Ms. Czerwony said. So check with your doctor before trying it, she said.

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