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Vinegar

Also Known As : Acetic acid, Sirka
Can Eat 3

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

Vinegar has tart flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Vinegar is a good flavouring agent and can be used in marinades for fish, meat or vegetables and in salad dressings.

Common names and forms

  1. Acetic Acid/Vinegar
  2. Brown Balsamic Vinegar
  3. Distilled Organic Vinegar
  4. Distilled Vinegar
  5. Distilled White Vinegar
  6. Fruit Vinegar
  7. Malt Vinegar
  8. Mother Vinegar
  9. Natural Vinegar with 5% acidity
  10. Organic Raw Apple Vinegar
  11. Organic Vinegar
  12. Sherry Wine
  13. Spirit Vinegar
  14. Vinegar (Class II Preservative)
  15. Vinegar (Wheat)
  16. Vinegar Solids
  17. White Balsamic Vinegar (Sulphites)
  18. Wine Vinegar

Description

Vinegar is a sour liquid containing acetic acid, made by fermenting dilute alcoholic liquids such as wine, cider and malt. It has a pungent odour and used as a condiment and preservative.There are various types of vinegar like apple cider vinegar, Balsamic vinegar, malt vinegar, rice vinegar, wine vinegar, coconut vinegar and fruit vinegar are also availble to use in marketplace.

Health benefits

  • Vinegar helps control blood glucose levels.(1)
  • Vinegar intake helps in weight reduction.(1)
  • Acetic acid in vinegar may possess anti-tumour effects.(1)
  • Vinegar helps to treat acid reflux and heartburn.(1)

Selection Guide

Check for the "best before" date while purchasing.

Note

Undiluted vinegar intake damages teeth enamel because it is very acidic. It could cause allergy in some people and can result in swelling, hives and difficulty in breathing.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.selfhacked.com/blog/viengar-health-benefits-of-vinegar/#Health_Benefits_of_Vinegar

(2) https://www.livestrong.com/article/491270-bad-effects-of-vinegar/

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