Evidence supporting the use of: Apple Cider Vinegar
For the health condition: Migraine
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is traditionally used in various folk medicine practices for a wide range of ailments, including migraine headaches. Historical and anecdotal reports suggest that ACV has been recommended by some natural health advocates for migraine relief, often citing its potential to balance pH, detoxify the body, or improve digestion as possible mechanisms. However, there is no robust scientific evidence or clinical trials supporting the efficacy of apple cider vinegar specifically for migraine prevention or treatment. The traditional use is mostly based on general beliefs in ACV’s health benefits rather than any direct mechanism or clinical proof related to migraine pathophysiology.
Anecdotal reports and some alternative medicine websites suggest consuming diluted apple cider vinegar at the onset of a migraine or as a daily tonic. Some people claim it helps reduce the frequency or severity of attacks, but such claims lack validation from controlled scientific studies. Medical and headache organizations do not list ACV as a recognized or recommended therapy for migraine.
In summary, the use of apple cider vinegar for migraine is grounded in tradition and anecdotal use rather than scientific validation. Anyone considering alternative treatments for migraine should consult with a healthcare provider, as evidence-based therapies are available and more reliable.
Other ingredients used for Migraine
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
ashwagandha
bergamot
beta caryophyllene
black tea
Indian frankincense
bupleurum falcatum
Chinese salvia root
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
turmeric
curcumin
DHA (docosahexaeonic acid)
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
feverfew
fish oil
ginger
ginkgo biloba
gooseberry
gotu kola
kudzu
l-5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine salt (5-MTHF)
lavender
luteolin
magnesium
melatonin
moringa
niacin (vitamin B3)
omega-3 fatty acids
peppermint oil
phytocannabinoids
pine bark
purple butterbur root
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
almond fruit
ubiquinol
valerian root
vitamin B6
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
zinc
atractylodes
blackboard tree
swertia
lingusticum wallichii
chrysanthemum
soursop
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine
Apple Cider Vinegar
Albizia
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Acetylsalicylic acid
Atractylone
Betony
Black Seed
Baikal Skullcap
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Blepharis
Balsam
Banyan
Brahmi
Butterbur
Bifidobacteria
Black Hellebore
Chinese Silkvine
Crocin
Creatine
Cannabidiol
Corydalis
Carthamus
cola nut
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Danshen
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Goldthread
Ketone Salts
Little ironweed
Spikenard
Sandalwood
Other health conditions supported by Apple Cider Vinegar
Acid IndigestionAcne
Age Spots
Appetite (deficient)
Appetite (excessive)
Arthritis
Athlete's Foot
Belching
Body Odor
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Cholesterol (high)
Cold Sores
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colitis
Constipation (adults)
Cough (general)
Cradle Cap
Dandruff
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Fat Metabolism (poor)
Fatigue
Fever
Gall Stones
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Gout
Halitosis
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Influenza
Itching
Jock Itch
Kidney Stones
Menstrual Irregularity
Migraine
Nausea and Vomiting
Psoriasis
Sugar Cravings
Urinary Tract Infections
Warts
Wounds and Sores