Is Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar Before Bed Beneficial?

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) can be consumed in different ways—you can have it with some water, lemon, and honey.

When drinking at night, it can be consumed by adding a tablespoon of ACV in warm water and drinking it just before going to bed.

• Add two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (ACV) to a cup of warm water. You can sweeten this mixture using honey, stevia, agave, or anything of your taste.
• Add extra flavors such as cinnamon and ginger to ACV.
• You may add sparkling water to dilute ACV for a refreshing and cool alternative.

Seven potential benefits of having apple cider vinegar (ACV) include:

1. Antimicrobial properties:
   • ACV has both antibacterial and antifungal properties. It kills pathogens including bacteria, which can cause various infections. In ancient times, it was used for cleaning and as a disinfectant.
   • It is attributed because of its key ingredients—acetic acid and alpha hydroxy acid.
   • ACV has been traditionally used to treat bad breath, intestinal infections, and skin infections.
2. Helps lose weight:
   • ACV exerts a significant effect on fat accumulation and body weight, reducing hip circumference and serum triglyceride levels in people who are obese. If reducing weight was your primary goal, drinking a spoonful of ACV in warm water every day or night may be beneficial.
   • ACV may reduce appetite. The key ingredient acetate interacts with the hypothalamic system, suggesting its vital role in appetite regulation.
   • ACV should never be taken in a concentrated form because it can cause enamel erosion, worsen acid reflux, and cause nausea.
3. Helps reduce blood sugar:
   • Some researchers suggest that consuming ACV before bed can be beneficial to people who have diabetes. 
   • In a study, 11 volunteers were asked to take ACV with cheese before bed, in addition to their medication. A significant reduction in the blood sugar level was noted the next morning in these volunteers.
4. Prevents bad breath in the morning:
   • Bad breath can be embarrassing but very hard to evade. Even after brushing your teeth before going to bed at night, the chances are that your breath might stink in the morning.
   • ACV helps reduce the odor by killing bacteria and promotes good oral hygiene.
5. Can ease digestive problems:
   • Many people complain about several digestion-related issues such as heartburn and difficulty in bowel movements.
   • A tablespoon of ACV with warm water before bed can reduce digestive ailments such as irritable bowel syndrome and heartburn. If you don’t like the taste of ACV, you can go for ACV Pill.
6. You might have a good sleep:
   • Sleep is necessary for all age groups. Most people have disturbed sleep during the night. Lack of sleep or disturbed sleep can lead to obesity and mood disturbances. A tablespoon of ACV with hot water and honey before bed can help promote sound sleep.
7. May help treats high uric acid levels:
   • Studies suggest that ACV may help flush out excess uric acid from the kidney.
   • This may be beneficial in conditions such as gout.

• Apple cider vinegar (ACV) consumption shows a delayed gastric emptying rate.
• ACV can pose a potential risk for the tooth enamel. The concentration of ACV may cause this erosion. It can be prevented by using a straw and brushing after drinking ACV.
• ACV can lower potassium levels.
• It may interact with your medication.
• Dilute ACV before drinking, preferably using a straw.
• It is not appropriate for everyone.

Morning

• Drink apple cider vinegar (ACV) in the morning for a power-packed energy start.
• ACV contains a significant portion of acetic acid, and bacteria generally grow in a neutral pH environment.
• Therefore, ACV in the morning suggests a fresh breath.

ACV at night before bed

• ACV consumption during nighttime is favorable in people with diabetes. It helps regulate blood glucose levels in people with diabetes.
• ACV should be consumed at least 30 minutes before bed. Otherwise, the contents can come back to the esophagus (reflux). People with gastrointestinal dysfunctions should be particularly cautious themselves before consuming.

The maximum dose should not be more than 15 to 30 mL of ACV per day.

If you have any problem taking liquid vinegar, ACV pills are available.

Apple cider gummies are available (two gummies per day).