Daily vinegar consumption may improve symptoms of depression.
Vinegar is a sour liquid formed from the fermentation of ethyl alcohol or various agricultural products such as rice, lychee, and apples. Not only does it enhance the flavor of dishes, but vinegar also has surprising health benefits.
A recent study from Arizona State University in the USA suggests that regular daily vinegar consumption can improve depression symptoms in adults, with changes in vitamin B3 metabolism contributing to this improvement.
Vinegar not only boosts immunity but also has a significant impact on improving depression symptoms (Photo: Getty).
The experiment involved 28 adults showing certain signs of depression, divided into two groups. The first group consumed 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar twice a day. The second group took a pill containing a very small amount of vinegar daily.
Throughout the 4-week trial, participants were asked to respond to standard mental health survey questions.
The results showed that the vinegar group experienced an average reduction of 42% in most depression symptoms, while the other group only saw an 18% reduction.
In recent years, scientific research has continuously advanced our understanding of depression, as well as various factors that can affect this condition, from sleep quality to body temperature.
It is noted that depression varies significantly among individuals, as does the level of improvement each person experiences.
However, discovering the relationship between vinegar and depression could mark a turning point in the “battle” against the most common mental health condition worldwide.
According to researchers, the majority of antidepressants currently prescribed have a high rate of serious side effects, and their effectiveness is still uncertain.
Therefore, there is a strong need for supplementary therapies from healthy foods that are easy to prepare and highly effective, the research team added.
“Further in-depth studies on the effects of vinegar consumption on individuals with clinical depression or those at risk are necessary,” the research team emphasized.
“Focusing on mechanisms and larger patient groups will strengthen scientific arguments and provide clearer evidence of vinegar’s role in enhancing health.”
