Medically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MSTaking apple cider vinegar (ACV) as a diluted shot with water or juice is an easy way to add it to your routine. While research on its benefits is mixed, ACV may help with blood sugar control,

Apple cider vinegar is said to improve digestion, reduce bloating, and lower blood sugar levels. Among other claims, the Norwegian health food chain Sunkost wrote that drinking a glass of water with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar could aid in weight loss when combined with a healthy diet.

“Liquid apple cider vinegar contains the ‘mother,’ which has beneficial bacteria, enzymes, and protein, while many apple cider vinegar pills may not contain the ‘mother,’” Soans says.