If you’ve heard the recent buzz about the benefits of apple cider vinegar and you’re wondering if it’s true, you’ve come to the right place! In today’s podcast episode, JJ explains exactly what apple cider vinegar is, as well as the advantages of this incredible multitasker. Listen as JJ shares how apple cider vinegar can support gut health and fight infection, plus help balance blood sugar levels and insulin levels. And learn easy, yummy ways to incorporate apple cider vinegar into your daily routine!   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get  JJ’s free Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Tea recipe by going to jjvirgin.com/acv.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Apple cider vinegar is a health food that’s been around for ages! It’s made by taking crushed apples through a fermentation process to create probiotics and enzymes that are healthy for the gut. Vinegars, including apple cider vinegar, help balance your blood sugar and insulin levels. In fact, vinegar almost acts like a natural form of metformin, a drug that helps lower your insulin response to a meal. One easy way to incorporate apple cider into your routine is to use it in salad dressings. Another easy way is to make JJ’s Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Tea!   Episode Play-By-Play [:31] Introduction to today’s episode [1:30] Listener shout-out [3:25] What exactly is apple cider vinegar? [4:05] How apple cider vinegar supports a healthy gut microbiome  [4:59] Enzymes in apple cider vinegar can help break down your food.  [5:24] The fat-burning benefits of apple cider vinegar [5:57] How apple cider vinegar helps suppress your appetite  [6:42] Vinegars, including apple cider vinegar, help balance your blood sugar and insulin levels. [7:28] The powerful antimicrobial benefits of apple cider vinegar  [7:48] How antibiotics can damage your gut  [8:46] Summary of the benefits of apple cider vinegar   [9:00] How much apple cider vinegar should you consume each day?  [9:37] How to incorporate apple cider vinegar into your routine  [10:52] Highlights from season 2 of the podcast        Mentioned in this episode: Top 5 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar Subscribe to the podcast Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices