Dr. Nicole Sundene
Scottsdale Naturopathic Doctor
Nutrition is very important in Women's Health. Proper nutrition helps balance hormones in a Functional Medicine model. When nutrition is optimal less bioidentical hormones are needed because healthy women make health hormones!
I love using rice vinegar for so many wonderful low-cal reasons. First of all, rice vinegar is a delicious and healthy vinegar type prepared from the fermentation of rice. There are different rice vinegar varieties based on the origin countries, including China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. It is commonly used in many Asian dishes due to its mild and slightly sweet taste. Although rice vinegar is not as popular as apple cider vinegar, it does contain various bioactive compounds responsible for various health benefits. In East Asia, people add rice vinegar to sushi rice, slaws, pickled vegetables, and salad dressings. Plus, the inclusion of rice vinegar in dishes does not alter the food's appearance. [1]
Rice vinegar is the acetous fermentation of sugars obtained from rice that contain potent bioactive compounds, including phenolic compounds and organic acids. The phenolic compounds in rice vinegar are sinapic acid, ferulic acid, p-hydroxycinnamic acid, acetic acid, vanillic acid, dihydro-ferulic acid, and di-hydrosinapic acid. It also contains certain nutrients such as Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, and Phosphorus. [1]
Nutritional Information of Rice Vinegar
A credible source reported that one tablespoon serving rice vinegar contains zero calories and less than 1 gram of protein, carbs, fiber, fat, and sugar. [5]
Health benefits of Rice Vinegar
Medical research studies reported the following health benefits of Rice vinegar consumption.
Antioxidant and Anticancer activity
The active constituents in rice vinegar show potent antioxidant activity that relieves oxidative stress and improves cellular integrity. Moreover, animal studies reported that rice vinegar inhibits human cancerous cells' growth and reduces the risk of cancer. In the case of colon adenocarcinoma, it reduces the incidence and multiplicity of carcinomas. [1]
Help High Blood Pressure
Research studies also reported that rice vinegar helps high blood pressure and supports cardiovascular functions. It inhibits the activity of angiotensin-converting enzymes that regulate high blood pressure. Also, the acetic acid composition act on the renin-angiotensin system and may help lowering blood pressure. However, further research is required to investigate this beneficial effect of rice vinegar. [1]
Improve Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Level
Medical studies stated that consumption of rice vinegar improves high blood sugar and cholesterol level in the blood. It helps insulin activity and aid diabetes management. Plus, rice vinegar regulates and lowers the total cholesterol and triglycerides level that help cardiovascular and liver function. [1, 4, 5]
Support Weight loss
Studies suggest that regular consumption of vinegar increases the feeling of fullness and suppresses appetite that aids weight loss. Thus, rice vinegar also helps weight reduction and improves lean body mass. [4, 5]
Warnings
It is advised to consult your doctor before consuming rice vinegar in the following conditions.
Usually, rice vinegar consumption is safe; however, it may cause some severe side effects.
The composition of acetic acid can weaken and damage the teeth over time. Better to use rice vinegar combined with food ingredients. Also, it interferes with the absorption of potassium and decreases its level in the body, leading to osteoporosis. [5]
Dr. Nicole Sundene, NMD
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Dr. Sundene is a Naturopathic Doctor in Scottsdale, Arizona, and is considered a Female Hormone Expert in Women's Health and Bioidentical Hormones. She specializes in Holistic Women's Health for Menopause, Thyroid, Hashimotos, PMS, Perimenopause, Autoimmune, Postpartum, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Anxiety, Food Allergies, Digestion, Dermatology , Acne, Psoriasis, Eczema and Adrenal Hormonal Conditions. In 1999 she began working for a Hormone Doctor prior to starting Naturopathic Medical School. With over 22 years of experience in both Prescription and Natural women's health and hormones she presents to women the best integrated health solutions for their Chronic Disease. She has been an Herbalist for over 27 years and enjoys teaching women how to use herbs to balance their hormones, nutrition and optimize their health. Dr. Sundene relies on blood testing for her hormone metrics. The hormone testing is covered per the patient's insurance plan and conducted at certain points in the woman's menstrual cycle. To learn more about Hormone Testing for Women Visit: Bioidentical Hormones. Follow Dr. Sundene on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for more tips on Women's Health, Female Hormones and Naturopathy!
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I am going to try this for my high potassium levels and see if it helps lower them. Probably a much cheaper alternative to the drug the nephrologist prescribed at $799 a month! Thanks for the information. Very helpful and I think I will be enjoying the recipes you suggested.