AN APPLE A DAY

I’ve been working for 27 years and health insurance has never been provided for me. In hindsight, that was a gift, driving me to become my own healer. I found books and sought teachers. Friends call me “Dr. Cherrie” because I understand how the body system works, and they come to me for advice (or I just give it).

Because health insurance is expensive and harder to come by, I urge everyone to self educate and invest in prevention. There are simple remedies to many health problems that are inexpensive and effective. Keep the doctor away by trying a new approach to health and wellness. Apple, anyone?

Vinegar made from apples is an extraordinary, multi-tasking medicinal when taken orally, or applied to the skin. Have Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) ready for use in your kitchen and bathroom. There are so many reasons to include ACV in your life, you’ll be shocked by the possibilities, and foolish if you don’t try at least one of them.

If you are unfamiliar with Apple Cider Vinegar, it is a raw, organic, unfiltered, peach-colored, juice from apples, full of enzymes, potassium, amino acids, and pectin. All the nutritional goodness of apples, transformed into vinegar. The apple-a-day theory is no joke, and its vinegar version is antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-viral, and antibacterial.

The company educating the public on their superior apple cider vinegar product is BRAGG. Patricia and Paul Bragg are self titled “health crusaders.” I bless them for their tenacity to share knowledge, prevent illness, and cure many health problems.
Their book, “Apple Cider Vinegar – Miracle Health System” contains recipes and remedies plus excellent tips for a healthy lifestyle. Visit their website: www.bragg.com


ACV has been used for centuries as a remedy, tonic and elixir. It cleanses, fights germs, bacteria, mold and virus, and preserves the acid-alkaline balance in the body. The enzymes in ACV disable toxic substances so they can be released. Toxins cause us to feel tired, irritable and foggy.

ACV delivers pectin-soluble fiber and is a good source of potassium. Potassium is the mineral to remember, it is key to health and youthfulness. A deficiency of potassium can contribute to arthritis, kidney stones, high blood pressure, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, colitis, hypothyroidism, coronary artery disease, diabetes and stroke. Don’t be without it!

Externally, ACV can be used to treat sunburns, insect bites, dandruff, shingles, varicose veins, acne, psoriasis, eczema, yeast and fungus infections, cold sores, and dry itchy skin. Internally it relieves headaches, sore throat, laryngitis, an enlarged prostate, excess mucus, constipation and sluggish digestion.

Some of my favorite uses:
-As a refreshing throat gargle, mix 1-2 tsps. in a half glass of warm water. This gargle kills germs, toxins and reduces mucus. Gargle three times each hour if throat is sore.
-As a dietary supplement for youth and vitality, drink 1-2 tsps. in 8oz. purified water in the morning. This form of cleansing will help weight loss too.
-For luminous complexion and body, spritz ACV on wet skin before leaving the shower, and massage until dry. Do this after every shower. The vinegar smell dissipates quickly.
-Add a cup of ACV to your bath and soak in the healing powers.
-Wipe a cotton ball soaked with ACV over face after washing to remove impurities and restore ph balance.

And my favorite use for ACV is salad dressing! Keep this delicious recipe in a glass jar for two weeks, though I doubt it will be around that long. The salad I love to dress up:
Mixed greens, red bell pepper, feta cheese, kalamata olives, red onion, and pine nuts.

2 TB Penzy’s Country French Vinaigrette dressing base (dry mixture) and
2 TB water to hydrate.
After 5 minutes, add 2 tsp Penzey’s Minced Garlic (or more if you like),
A heaping TB of fresh finely chopped shallot
½ C. Apple Cider Vinegar and ½ C. Olive Oil
Fresh ground pepper, and more salt to taste

I hope you will incorporate ACV into your life. Wash with it, drink it, and splash some on your greens. Investigate the possibilities, more materials can be found in the library or bookstore. Check my “In List” for sources.

Preserve your health with knowledge, apples, vinegar, and my scrumptious salad dressing. Leave an apple on your doctor’s desk….to remember you by.