A 47-year-old member asked:
Apple cider vinegar burns throat and stomach, is this normal?
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Dr. Nader Kalantaranswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 17 years experience
Yes.: Vinegar is an acid, so it's normal if it causes a burning sensation when consumed. Avoid excessive consumption of acidic foods; they can trigger or worsen heartburn and other acid reflux symptoms such as throat irritation.
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