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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The secret drink fuelling Liam Gallagher's voice on tour after Oasis star vowed to ditch the booze
Liam Gallagher has been drinking apple cider vinegar on the Oasis tour after vowing to ditch the booze. Before the reunion gigs kicked off, Liam vowed to cut alcohol out his diet to keep his voice in check for the stage. After years of drinking heavily on tour in the nineties, Liam prefers a glass of the soft drink. In a picture obtained by The Sun, Liam emerged on stage holding the drink at one of the band's Heaton Park gigs over the weekend. Liam has previously spoke about his love for apple cider vinegar and honey and how it helps his voice. He said: 'I drink a lot of funky drinks. I have this apple cider vinegar, the one that everyone bangs on about. 'Apparently, it's great for everything. Mam has it for arthritis and it's really good for her. 'So I have vinegar, some honey and then I have some turmeric, some cayenne pepper, a squirt of lemon, hot water, stir it round and drink it. 'It's really good for when you get a hoarse voice. I've got a thyroid problem – Hashimoto's disease – so I can get a really hoarse voice. 'It makes you tired and your bones are creaky, but you have this drink and it makes you a bit Jumping Jack Flash.' He added: 'It's very f****** boring, it doesn't get you pissed, but you can have other stuff as well.' Liam and Noel are currently enjoying a five night stint of sold out shows in their home city of Manchester as their reunion tour gets well under way. However it seems the Oasis reunion tour may lead to even bigger and better things with the band reportedly inundated with big money offers to play major festivals next year. With the hype around the Brit pop band greater than ever The Sun have reported that their teams are receiving requests for Liam and Noel to play big shows all over the globe including Coachella and Benicassim. With the hype around the Brit pop band greater than ever their teams are receiving requests for Liam and Noel to play big shows all over the globe including Coachella and Benicassim An insider told the publication: 'If fans thought Oasis were busy, they should see the offers their teams are fielding behind the scenes. 'None of the bids are being accepted at the moment. They're just being stacked up to be discussed at a later date. The focus for Oasis is this tour, and so far it's been a phenomenal success.' They added: 'Any decisions about future performances are a long way off — but some of them look incredibly tempting.' It will be down to Noel and Liam whether they continue following the existing dates, but they are loving being back on stage performing to their loyal fans. MailOnline contacted Oasis' representatives for comment at the time. Oasis' 41 date reunion tour, which kicked off in Cardiff last week, will also see the band head to the rest of the UK, Ireland, Australia, the US and Mexico.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Secret drink fuelling Liam Gallagher's voice on Oasis reunion tour revealed after rocker quits booze for mega gigs
LIAM Gallagher is drinking apple cider vinegar tea to keep his voice in check for the Oasis reunion tour. The rock star, who used to booze heavily on tour, emerged on stage holding a glass of the drink at one of the band's Heaton Park gigs over the weekend. 3 3 Fans have heaped praise on Liam 's vocals since the reunion kicked off on July 4, with some saying it is the best he has sounded since their Nineties heyday. Liam, 52, has previously spoken about drinking the vinegar concoction - mixed with honey - to help with his voice. He said: "I drink a lot of funky drinks. I have this apple cider vinegar, the one that everyone bangs on about. "Apparently, it's great for everything. Mam has it for arthritis and it's really good for her. "So I have vinegar, some honey and then I have some turmeric, some cayenne pepper, a squirt of lemon, hot water, stir it round and drink it. "It's really good for when you get a hoarse voice. I've got a thyroid problem – Hashimoto's disease – so I can get a really hoarse voice. "It makes you tired and your bones are creaky, but you have this drink and it makes you a bit Jumping Jack Flash." He added: "It's very f*****g boring, it doesn't get you pissed, but you can have other stuff as well." 3 GALLAGHAIR BARBER By Sam Creed A HOTEL rammed with Oasis fans has been offering free Liam-inspired cuts ahead of their homecoming gigs. Manchester Piccadilly Premier Inn hired barber Levon Gill to provide a feathered and shaggy look for guests, complete with long sideburns and a straight fringe. Manager Tracey Bishop said: 'The team are loving welcoming Oasis fans. The bucket hats are a bit of a giveaway at check-in.'
CNET
6 days ago
- Health
- CNET
Apple Cider Vinegar: Dosage, Benefits and Key Precautions You Should Know
You've probably heard about apple cider vinegar, likely from a friend, the news or on social media. It's been growing in popularity for some time now, and people are making themselves ACV-based drinks to try and reap some of its health benefits. Historically, apple cider vinegar has been used as a medicine and food preservative, but that doesn't mean it's a miracle cure. We spoke to the experts to get to the bottom of what apple cider vinegar can and cannot do. Here's what they had to say. Taste-Testing 6 Apple Cider Vinegar Drinks Taste-Testing 6 Apple Cider Vinegar Drinks Click to unmute Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Next playlist item Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 1:32 Loaded : 38.57% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 1:32 Share Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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When you combine apples, sugar and yeast and allow it to ferment, it creates apple cider vinegar. Over several weeks, the yeast will digest the sugar to make alcohol. Once this happens, natural bacteria will turn the alcohol into acetic acid, which gives apple cider vinegar its pungent odor and taste. You have two options when you buy apple cider vinegar: filtered and pasteurized, or raw and unfiltered. The cloudy sediment that collects in the bottom of the bottle is "the mother," which is a combination of bacteria and yeast. Some speculate that the mother is what provides the health benefits, as it contains trace amounts of healthy bacteria and probiotics. Apple cider vinegar can be used in the kitchen, around the home and for your health as a: Cleaner Dandruff treatment Denture cleaner Deodorizer Dressing or vinaigrette Facial toner Fruit and vegetable wash Hair rinse Marinade Mouthwash Preservative Weed killer Anna Gragert/CNET 4 potential apple cider vinegar health benefits Although more research is needed, several small and medium-sized studies show the benefits of apple cider vinegar for some health issues and as a potential weight loss aid. 1. May help control blood sugar and diabetes Up to 95% of diabetics have type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Type 2 diabetes occurs from insulin resistance, which is "when cells in the body don't respond properly to insulin, which leads to increased levels of sugar or glucose in the blood," according to Amelia Ti, a registered dietitian and diabetes educator in NYC. Even if you don't have diabetes, it's best to keep blood sugar levels in the normal range. Studies have shown that apple cider vinegar can improve insulin response and lower blood sugar levels after meals. Consuming apple cider vinegar before going to sleep has also been shown to reduce fasting blood sugar after waking. Make sure to talk with your doctor before consuming ACV if you have diabetes, especially if you're on medication because of potential side effects. "ACV alone will not lower blood sugar levels and should not be considered a substitute for diabetes medications," Ti said. 2. Kills harmful bacteria Those looking to preserve food naturally may want to consider using apple cider vinegar. It is a known pathogen killer, which includes microbes like staph and candida. Vinegar is a popular preservative in Korea because it can prevent E. coli and norovirus from growing in food. E. coli can cause food poisoning when consumed but the bactericidal effects of the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar can prevent it from occurring. 3. Could lead to weight loss Another benefit of apple cider vinegar that may be useful is its ability to help with weight loss. When taken before or during a meal, ACV has been shown to help with satiety (the feeling of fullness). In one study, participants ate approximately 200 to 275 fewer calories when apple cider vinegar was combined with a meal. In three months, participants taking one to two tablespoons of ACV per day saw up to 3.7 pounds in weight loss and a reduction in body fat. 4. Might improve cholesterol levels High cholesterol and triglyceride levels can increase your risk of heart disease. Incorporating up to an ounce of apple cider vinegar into your day, along with a lower-calorie diet, may reduce total cholesterol and triglycerides while also increasing HDL "good" cholesterol. Those with type 2 diabetes may also see positive results on their total cholesterol and triglyceride levels when adding a half ounce of ACV to their diet. Potential apple cider vinegar side effects Although there are benefits of apple cider vinegar use, there are also potential side effects to consider. The high acidity can strip tooth enamel, which won't come back once it's gone. If you drink it undiluted, it may cause damage to your esophagus or throat. Here are some other potential side effects of apple cider vinegar: Can cause esophageal (throat) burns or ulcers when consumed in excess Can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels) Can cause nausea or vomiting Can interact with diuretics, insulin and other medications Can weaken tooth enamel Watering it down with water or juice not only makes ACV more palatable but it can also reduce the risk of damaging your throat and teeth. Combining one or two tablespoons with either may also cure an upset stomach. Marisa Moore, a registered dietitian nutritionist, also advises, "It's important to remember that no one food is a silver bullet. If you choose to incorporate apple cider vinegar, do so safely and with a focus on maintaining a balanced whole diet for your overall health and well-being." How much apple cider vinegar should you drink daily? Apple cider vinegar dosage depends on the reason you're using it. In general, Ti says, "I recommend 1 teaspoon to tablespoon ACV diluted in 6-8 ounces of warm water before meals." If you want to drink it, dilute it with water or your favorite juice or tea. You can also eat it by incorporating it in your favorite foods, especially dressings, vinaigrettes and even when making your own mayonnaise. There are also premade apple cider vinegar drinks, which may make ACV more pleasant to taste. You can find these drinks from brands such as Bragg, Poppi, Remedy and Sidekick Sodas. Local health stores and even grocery stores may carry these, so keep an eye out if you're interested in apple cider vinegar drinks. You can also add a cup or two to a bath for skin issues. Mixing a tablespoon of ACV with a cup of water, and then soaking gauze or cotton in the solution can make a wet wrap. To use apple cider vinegar as a hair rinse, combine up to two tablespoons with a cup of water, then pour over the hair after shampooing. Wait five minutes, then rinse. It can be drying, so use it sparingly. ACV can also irritate the scalp, so a weaker dilution may be better. Annick Vanderschelden/Moment/Getty Images The bottom line Some studies have found the benefits of apple cider vinegar but we need more research to definitively prove how beneficial it is. It may help with weight loss, controlling type 2 diabetes, blood sugar and cholesterol and it can also prevent harmful bacteria growth on foods. Drinking undiluted apple cider vinegar can cause tooth enamel erosion or throat damage. Mixing ACV with water or juice before consuming it can prevent damage to the teeth and throat. As with any natural remedy, speak with your doctor before trying apple cider vinegar and do a skin test before using it on your skin. "Remember that the advantages of adopting an overall healthy lifestyle (e.g. nutritious and balanced diet, adequate hydration, regular physical activity/movement, good sleep, stress management, etc.) are far greater than those of any single food, drink, or supplement," Ti said. "There is no quick fix and ACV is definitely not a miracle solution."
CNET
09-07-2025
- Health
- CNET
The Limitations of Apple Cider Vinegar You Should Know About
After the Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar, the kitchen staple was all over social media for home and wellness. While it has its benefits, apple cider vinegar isn't quite as powerful as some posts may make it seem. With all the hype that's been built up, it's essential to distinguish what it can truly do for your health from what people are exaggerating. Apple cider vinegar can be a very useful tool to supplement your wellness journey, but it will not solve all your problems. Read on to see where the health benefits truly lie. It doesn't cure cancer If you have watched Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix, you probably know where I'm going with this. But apple cider vinegar will not cure or prevent cancer cells -- no matter what influencers may say on the internet. Unlike other kinds of vinegar, apple cider vinegar reduces acidity in the body, which is why some say it can help treat cancer, which was once said to have been caused by high acidity. This belief isn't entirely unfounded: One study did find that cancer cells were more aggressive in an acidic environment. However, the majority of the research around apple cider vinegar and cancer uses tissue samples or animal studies. We don't know if it's the acidity or something else. Even if the theory stands that making the body less acidic would prevent cancer, the body has its own process for maintaining pH. More research is needed to determine if there is any tangible evidence that apple cider vinegar can treat cancer. But in the meantime, we know it's not a replacement for medication and treatments doctors recommend. jeffbergen/Getty Images It's not a miracle worker for weight loss One of the most popular reasons people use apple cider vinegar for their wellness is for weight management. There have been animal and human studies on apple cider vinegar and its acetic acid for weight loss. A 2009 trial of 175 people is the most quoted study about vinegar and weight loss. For three months, participants drank a drink with zero, one or two tablespoons of vinegar each day. At the end of the three months, those who consumed the vinegar lost between 2 and 4 pounds and had lower triglyceride levels than the placebo group. While this study may suggest some connection between vinegar and weight loss, the small sample size and short period aren't enough to draw any direct conclusions. A different study suggests that the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar promotes feelings of fullness. Yes, there's more research suggesting that apple cider vinegar can help you lose weight, and it might have a moderate effect. However, we can't tease out the other facets of health and weight loss (like a calorie-deficient diet) from apple cider vinegar's effects. It won't hurt you to add it to your diet, but it's important to remember that it isn't a replacement for a healthy diet and the recommended 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. Read more: Trimming Down? Avoid These 6 Weight Loss Mindsets for Better Results It won't make your high blood pressure go away There are claims that apple cider vinegar can lower blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels. In theory, this makes sense. Hypertension (high blood pressure) occurs when the force of your blood pushing against your blood vessels is consistently too high, and your heart has to work harder to pump blood. Prolonged stress on the heart can lead to heart attack or stroke. It would be great if drinking apple cider vinegar could drop your blood pressure to the normal range (less than 120/80) to avoid lifestyle changes like exercising, lowering your sodium levels and quitting smoking. But does it really work that way? Unfortunately, there's just not enough research to support this claim. The studies we have are older and are limited to animals. A 2022 systematic review of research points to some effects of vinegar on blood pressure, though it doesn't specifically examine apple cider vinegar. "There is still not enough research to be able to confidently say that ACV can be used to lower blood pressure, but incorporating appropriate and healthy amounts of it into a balanced diet can provide other metabolic benefits," says Lon Ben-Asher, MS, RD, LD/N, at Pritikin Longevity won't control your blood sugar Some research suggests that apple cider vinegar may lower glucose levels in those with type 2 diabetes. However, we don't know if it only helps drop glucose levels after certain foods. For example, one study measured blood sugar levels after eating orange juice and a bagel with apple cider vinegar and found there to be a drop. But who knows if that would work after a bowl of spaghetti or a steak. Even assuming apple cider vinegar has this effect across the board after ingestion, it's not a magic ticket to lowering comprehensive blood sugar levels. It certainly doesn't mean it can replace medications or cure diabetes. Read more: Blood Sugar: Here's How to Measure It and Tell if Your Level Is Healthy It won't detox your body Cleansing diets are becoming more and more popular, among them is apple cider vinegar as a way to flush toxins from the body. A lot of people swear by them. But that's the issue: The hype behind apple cider vinegar as a detox is all anecdotal. Ben-Asher explains that the research doesn't support this claim. Apple cider vinegar won't flush out all the toxins in your body, nor does it need to. Your kidneys and liver are central to the body's natural detoxification process. "The best way to "detox" your body is through a nutrient-dense diet, plenty of hydration, healthy sleep and regular exercise," Ben-Asher says. It's best to talk to your healthcare provider or registered dietitian to boost your health. Read more: Your Body Doesn't Need a Detox -- Here's What You Should Do InsteadToo long; didn't read? There's nothing wrong with using apple cider vinegar to supplement your wellness, but it's just that, a supplementation. For some of the claims, research points to the potential health benefits, like killing harmful bacteria and potentially helping you maintain healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels. But no matter how promising the research seems, it's not enough to draw the sweeping cure-all conclusions you may see online. Things are never going to be as simple as drinking apple cider vinegar. A shot of apple cider vinegar each day will not take the effort out of staying healthy. A balanced diet and the recommended 150 minutes of moderate exercise are still the basis of healthy habits we all must follow. Remember, it will never replace doctor visits or medical treatments. One more thing: Apple cider vinegar is safe, and recommended at a dosage of around one to two teaspoons before or with a meal. However, there are still a few side effects you should take into account before you start drinking it.
Health Line
02-07-2025
- Health
- Health Line
Can Apple Cider Vinegar and Crushed Aspirin Treat Scalp Psoriasis?
While apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a frequently tried home remedy for scalp psoriasis, there is no evidence that crushed aspirin is effective at treating the condition—with or without ACV. It should only be tried with guidance from a medical care professional. What research says about apple cider vinegar for scalp psoriasis ACV has been called a cure-all ingredient for many health conditions because it contains numerous nutrients and antioxidants. In psoriasis, it's thought by some to ease itching and irritation, and to improve your skin's protective barrier. It may balance scalp pH and has mild antimicrobial effects. The National Psoriasis Foundation lists ACV as a natural remedy for psoriasis symptoms and recommends using organic ACV diluted with water at a 1-to-1 ratio so long as your skin is not broken or cracked. Once the solution has dried, it should be washed off. There are also many anecdotal stories online about ACV helping symptoms of psoriasis in people. However, much more research is needed to confirm any effectiveness of ACV for dermatological (skin-related) health conditions, including scalp psoriasis. Researchers of a 2023 study noted that there is still a lack of evidence and well-controlled and large-scale studies of the effectiveness of many home remedies, despite long-held assumptions that they work. What research says about crushed aspirin for scalp psoriasis Aspirin contains salicylic acid, an important ingredient for healthy skin and hair. It's often found in skin scrubs, moisturizers, shampoos, and other products. Benefits of salicylic acid for your skin include softer skin and reduced scaling. Additionally, some older research has found that aspirin may help lower the risk of melanoma, a skin cancer. Online, some tout the use of crushed aspirin in combination with ACV as a psoriasis remedy. However, there is no research showing the effectiveness of aspirin on psoriasis, with or without ACV. Additionally, aspirin can have blood-thinning effects and could be unsafe for some. It's recommended that you speak with a medical care professional before trying any home remedy to treat scalp psoriasis to avoid unwanted side effects or worsening symptoms. Psoriasis does not have a cure, and treatment focuses on improving symptoms and preventing flare-ups. While natural home remedies may help some, they can cause worsening symptoms in others.
