Question 1

is it true that apple cider vinegar for hair growth works well?

Accepted Answer

I would...: Recommend getting rogaine (minoxidil) if you would like to stimulate hair growth.

Question 2

i used a lot of apple cider vinegar i n my hair a couple of weeks ago now my period is 5 days late why is that?

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Not related: The apple cider vinegar on your hair is unrelated. Your period could be late for a number of reasons. I'd start with a pregnancy tes Good luck.t and go from there. Stress, medicines, changes in your diet,exercise level, or weight, and diseases such as diabetes or thyroid disease can all result in a late period.

Question 3

is kroger apple cider vinegar good for skin and hair?

Accepted Answer

No: People selling apple cider vinegar are enjoying its popularity, all the way to the bank. Haven't seen any scientific proof to back up the many myths and rumors around apple cider vinegar. One can look at it as just another edible vinegar, for use to make one's foods more interesting.

Question 4

is washing hair and scalp with baking soda and apple cider vinegar good or bad?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Washing the hair with soap removes less oil from the hair, washing the hair with shampoo removes more oil. Your beautician can give you more advice.

Question 5

i wash my  hair with head and shoulders once  a week, by day three it itching. i don't have dandruff but my skin is very dry. can i wash my hair with apple cider vinegar?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: You need to get the correct diagnosis before  geting advice. Ask your physician to have you see a dermatologist. You can try T-gel shampoo until then.

Question 6

can apple cider vinegar really fight hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Of course not: Apple cider vinegar is promoted for EVERYTHING. And with no side effects. It is extremely easy to make and sell; it's an interesting mix of substances but obviously it can't be all things to all sick people. It's probably harmless but you'd be foolish not to see through the chicanery.

Question 7

does apple cider vinegar help to remove build up of product on hair?

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Yes: Vinegar is acidic so it should remove a buildup of products from the hair. It could also make your hair very dry so do not use it too often.

Question 8

apple cider vinegar - does it have an effect on hair quality when used to treat dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Smelly : The vinegar treatment is safe and is a bit anti-bacterial and may help dandruff but has no direct effect on the hair itself.

Question 9

would 100mg daily cayenne (as part of an apple cider vinegar supplement) be more beneficial in general or possibly risky for gastric cancer?  i believe capsaicin content in only 100mg would be extremely low (only a few milligrams, if that, if i'm doing th

Accepted Answer

More beneficial!: Cayenne has many proven benefits. Capsacain may be mutagenic to stomach cells but also has anti-cancer properties. One study found increased risk of stomach cancer while another found those who ate the most cayenne had least cancer incidence! The benefits outweigh the unproven risk. See http://www.truestarhealth.com/Notes/2065009.html &amp;
http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/cayenne

Question 10

my daughter has scalp ringworm and i've heard to wash hair with apple cider vinegar.is that ok?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm: You can use apple cider but try Nizoral (ketoconazole) 1 percent available over the counter for a possible better result.

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Is it true that apple cider vinegar for hair growth works well?

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I used a lot of apple cider vinegar i n my hair a couple of weeks ago now my period is 5 days late why is that?

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Is kroger apple cider vinegar good for skin and hair?

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Is washing hair and scalp with baking soda and apple cider vinegar good or bad?

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I wash my hair with head and shoulders once a week, by day three it itching. i don't have dandruff but my skin is very dry. can i wash my hair with apple cider vinegar?

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Can apple cider vinegar really fight hair loss?

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Does apple cider vinegar help to remove build up of product on hair?

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Apple cider vinegar - does it have an effect on hair quality when used to treat dandruff?

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Would 100mg daily cayenne (as part of an apple cider vinegar supplement) be more beneficial in general or possibly risky for gastric cancer? i believe capsaicin content in only 100mg would be extremely low (only a few milligrams, if that, if i'm doing th

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My daughter has scalp ringworm and i've heard to wash hair with apple cider vinegar.is that ok?

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