There is a wealth of ideas on how to maintain a healthy diet – paleo, keto, vegetarian, and more. You can find dozens of books on the “right” way to drop that last 10 pounds you can’t quite lose, and countless articles on how to have better sleep, more energy, and better overall health.
But one easy option to consider is adding cherry balsamic vinegar to your diet. Balsamic vinegar, like extra virgin olive oil, has many documented health benefits – not to mention its great flavor – that make it an essential item in your pantry.
What are these benefits that make balsamic vinegar such a great addition to a healthy diet? Here’s a list of seven of the ways our cherry balsamic vinegar can help you stay healthy:
Helps Digestion
Indigestion and an upset stomach are no fun. But the probiotic compounds found in balsamic vinegar’s acetic acid can aid in digestion and improve your overall gut health. Using balsamic vinegar regularly can make upset stomachs both rarer and less severe. A small amount taken directly can even help with reflux.
Improves Your Skin
Acetic acid is known to improve skin and help with acne and other blemishes, and balsamic vinegar contains 6% acetic acid – higher than apple cider vinegar. Along with its antibacterial and antioxidant properties, balsamic vinegar can help maintain healthy, clear skin.
Maintains a Healthy Weight
Balsamic vinegar is a low-calorie alternative to more indulgent salad dressings and sauces but can be used with other foods as well to add flavor in place of butter or heavier oils. With its rich, sweet flavor some even use it on ice cream in place of chocolate syrup!Low on the glycemic index, balsamic also helps suppress appetite. And the polyphenols in balsamic vinegar break down proteins more completely in digestion, further helping weight loss.
Controls Blood Pressure
Free radicals, produced naturally in the body, can cause cell damage including hardening of the arteries. A 2006 study showed that the antioxidant properties of balsamic vinegar helped prevent this damage from free radicals. This, combined with balsamic vinegar’s low sodium content, could lower blood pressure and improve overall heart health.
Lowers Cholesterol
Lowering your “bad”, or LDL, cholesterol has been shown to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. And the antioxidants in balsamic vinegar have been shown in studiesto help reduce LDL cholesterol.
Improves Circulation
By lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol, balsamic vinegar improves overall circulation. And balsamic vinegar is believed to improve the flexibility of blood platelets, reducing the risk of reduce the risk of potentially dangerous clogs or other obstructions in your arteries.
Stabilizes Blood Sugar
As balsamic vinegar is low on the glycemic index, it doesn’t cause spikes in blood sugar. More importantly, it also assists your body in managing glucose levels for as long as five hours after consumption, help to shield against blood sugar spikes from other foods during that period. Especially for those with insulin resistance, balsamic vinegar can be a key tool in helping to manage blood sugar.
Enjoy the Benefits, but Practice Moderation
But while balsamic vinegar has several health benefits, it’s always important not to go overboard. Over-use of balsamic vinegar can irritate the esophagus and stomach. Keep your intake at a reasonable level and stop immediately if you feel stomach pain or other irritation.
In moderation, cherry balsamic vinegar makes an indispensable addition to a healthy diet. With benefits for everything from your skin to your heart, it’s a great accompaniment to all your favorite dishes. If you’re ready to start enjoying the benefits of our cherry balsamic vinegar, contact Sonoma Farm at 708-834-0025 and place your order today.
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