Our resident nutritionist Bronte Rae says that adding two tablespoons of Coconut Cider Vinegar to water 15 minutes prior to food can aid in increasing digestion. This is because the vinegar can increase the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas and the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. This aids in the breakdown of food including proteins, maximising the nutrient absorption and availability of the foods you consume!
Another benefit is that it can increase vagus nerve stimulation helping to combat the digestive costs of stress.
The best time of day to have this is in the morning before breakfast, your digestion goes on hold over night, therefore having this tonic in the morning can help to reawaken your digestion and restart your system with the added boost of probiotics to support your gut health.
So why not try it for one week and see the difference.
All you need is:
500ml of warm water
2 tablespoons of coconut cider vinegar
Stir the vinegar into warm water and sip slowly at least 15 minutes prior to food for maximum benefits.
AUTHOR: BRONTE RAE
Bronte Rae is a Nutritional Medicine Practitioner with a personal passion for health and wellness. She has been studying for over 4 years and takes private patients as well as contributing as a writer of health and wellness articles. She creates many whole food recipes, with a focus on restoring wellness to her clients lives. Bronte is a self proclaimed yogi and also holds a red belt in a Japanese martial art Bujinkan Ninjitsu. Bronte currently manages marketing and social media at Coconut Magic. You can follow her personal page at www.instagram.com/asapbroccolii/
