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Can i take apple cider vinegar in empty stomach? does it damage my stomach?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Steven Warren answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: it is good for you to help ingestion One to two tablespoon a day on an empty stomach is a good idea

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2019

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes and no: Yes, you can take it, but may irritate the esophagus on the way down taken by itself. No, it won't damage your stomach that is already acidic.

Dr Okamoto and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/17/2019

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