Apples are packed with vitamins and minerals that give ACV its myriad health benefits. The key is to buy raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar. Because of the careful process that is used to create this variety of ACV, the essential nutrients that are so sought after remain intact and unadulterated. Here are the vitamins present and their health benefits:
Vitamin A: for eye health; also, a powerful antioxidant;
Vitamin B1: for nervous system functioning, digestive health, and muscle health;
Vitamin B2: for healthy skin, hair, and nails; also aids in breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats;
Vitamin B6: for alleviating skin conditions and nerve damage; also assists in utilization of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats;
Vitamin B12: for red blood cell formation and proper nerve cell functioning;
Vitamin C: for immune system functioning; also a powerful antioxidant;
Vitamin E: for skin and nerve health; also a powerful antioxidant;
Calcium: for bone health;
Chromium: regulates blood glucose;
Copper: for nerve functioning, bone maintenance, and proper utilization of glucose;
Iron: for transport of oxygen and blood health;
Magnesium: for synthesis of proteins and cellular energy production;
Manganese: for formation and maintenance of bone, and carbohydrate metabolism;
Phosphorous: for proper cell functioning and strong bones;
Potassium: for muscle contraction, nerve impulses, and energy production;
Selenium: for fat metabolism; also has antioxidant properties;
Sodium: maintains proper fluid balance;
Zinc: promotes healing;