The Healing Powers of Vinegar: A Complete Guide to Nature's Most Remarkable RemedyVinegar has been used since ancient times as a zesty seasoning and a healthy tonic to relieve fatigue, help digestion and aid in weight loss. Today, vinegar is being rediscovered for its potential to help prevent and treat a wide range of conditions. In "The Healing Powers of Vinegar", health journalist Cal Orey tells the remarkable story of vinegar, a time-honored folk remedy and modern health wonder. Written in a lively and easy-to-read style, this book traces the origins of vinegar lore to ancient Greece and Egypt, and then follows its history to the present day. Quoting from leading alternative health practitioners as well as medical researchers, Orey describes the latest research about vinegar's cutting-edge nutrients, including: -- A new class of antioxidants found in red wine vinegar and apple cider vinegar that slows down blood clotting and inhibits cancer-forming carcinogens -- A powerful class of nutrients found in red wine vinegar that helps fight allergies and viruses as well as reduce cholesterol levels -- Amino acids -- for memory loss and anti-aging -- Enzymes -- for digestive disorders and poor metabolism -- Minerals -- to prevent bone diseases such as osteoporosis, prevent strokes, treat anemia and fatigue, as well as lower high blood pressure and high cholesterol -- Ingredients that suppress appetite and aid weight loss Includes true stories of vinegar's curative powers, household uses, and beauty preparations and over 100 recipes that team up vinegar with other nutritious foods for a healthier, longer life. |
Contents
The Power of Vinegar | 3 |
A Genesis of Sour Wine | 11 |
Apple Cider Vinegar | 17 |
A Historical Testimony | 19 |
Where Are the Secret Ingredients? | 26 |
Why Is Apple Cider Vinegar So Healthy? | 41 |
Red Wine Vinegar | 55 |
The Red Wine Vinegar Chronicle | 57 |
The Balsamic Vinegar Boom | 92 |
Healing Herbal Vinegars | 99 |
Future Vinegar | 107 |
Combining Vinegars and Garlic Onions and Olive Oil | 109 |
Vinegarmania Hope or Hype? | 121 |
Vinegar Remedies | 133 |
Therapeutic Uses | 135 |
Vinegar Is Not for Everyone Some Sour Views | 150 |
The Old and New Healthful Ingredients | 61 |
Tapping Into the French Paradox | 68 |
Is Red Wine Vinegar Good for You? | 74 |
Other Natural Vinegars | 85 |
Healthy Rice Vinegar | 87 |
Vinegar Recipes | 153 |
Vinegar Resources | 245 |
Notes | 256 |
Other editions - View all
The Healing Powers of Vinegar: A Complete Guide to Nature's Most Remarkable ... Cal Orey No preview available - 2009 |
The Healing Powers Of Vinegar: A Complete Guide to Nature's Most Remarkable ... Cal Orey No preview available - 2016 |
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