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Vinegar and Weight Loss
Did you know that according to recent research out of Sweden, vinegar reduces the body’s insulin response to a carbohydrate meal and increases feelings of fullness? In other words, if you consume vinegar before your meal, you’re likely to eat less food at that meal than skipping the vinegar.
In the study, subjects were given vinegar diluted in water. One group had the vinegar plus bread, and the other group had just the bread. The vinegar group reported higher satiety levels than the no-vinegar group. Not only that, but blood tests showed improved glucose and insulin responses among those in the vinegar group.
You’re welcome to start your meal with a vinegar cocktail, but it certainly is not necessary; a salad with plenty of vinegar is a tastier, and healthier, option. (Make sure you keep the salad low-calorie, or you’ll offset the calorie-saving strategy!) In the study, subjects consumed between 2 and 3 tablespoons of vinegar. This is a good amount to use in a salad. You might wish to try flavored vinegars, like balsamic or raspberry.
Want to eat less at dinner and still feel satisfied? Here are a few low-cal ways to enjoy vinegar:
Refresher Salad: Combine 1 ripe tomato, 1/2 large cucumber, and 1/4 red onion, all cut into bite-sized pieces, along with 3 tablespoons of seasoned rice vinegar.
Quickie Slaw: Toss shredded cabbage (available pre-shredded in bags in
the produce section) with 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar.
Italian Veggies: Marinate slices of eggplant, mushrooms, and zucchini
in a mixture of 1:1 balsamic vinegar and water. Grill or broil until
soft.
Source: Dina Aronson, RD, www.nutrawiz.com
October 27, 2005 in Weight Loss Tips | Permalink
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can it be any type of vinegar? i use balsamic vinegar mixed with water for my diet...is that okay?
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