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While Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has always been known as an ingredient in Modena and Italian cuisine, its knowledge has spread throughout the world over the last 100 years.
Nevertheless many may not have yet wondered about the benefits of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.
This rich, dark, and glossy syrup that unexpectedly explodes in your mouth with a bunch of tasty sweet and sour notes that range from fruity to woody, requires just a drizzle to completely transform a dish. It can be used as a dressing for salads, as well as to enrich pasta, meat, fish, pizza, cheeses, fruit and ice-creams.
These are some of the health benefits that in the popular Modena tradition are attributed to Balsamic Vinegar of Modena and that have been passed down through generations, even in the Leonardi Family, historical producers of Balsamic Vinegar.
This is probably another reason to have a bottle of good quality Balsamic Vinegar of Modena at home.
These are the most and well-known benefits of consuming Balsamic Vinegar of Modena:
- Cholesterol
- Blood sugar and circulation
- Skin issues
- General digestion
- Weight loss
- Congestion
Circulation, blood sugar, and Cholesterol
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has been shown to help reduce cholesterol. This is due to the action of antioxidants contained in Balsamic Vinegar that can block toxic cells typically connected with high levels of cholesterol.
Another interesting benefit of balsamic vinegar is that it helps prevent high spikes of blood sugar which normally happen after eating. This is due to its antiglycemic properties and it means that instead of a rush of high blood sugar after a meal, a person may experience a flatter and less drastic high for a few hours.
Finally, regarding circulation, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is connected to preventing heart disease and blood clogs, thanks to the properties of its main ingredient: grapes.
Skin
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has been studied as a helper in general skin health, used topically to treat acne and improve skin conditions. It contains acetic acid, antimicrobials, and antioxidants, making Balsamic Vinegar of Modena a healthy ingredient that can play a role in the overall state of our skin.
Digestion and acid reflux
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena also has a role to play in the health of our stomach and digestive system. This is due to the acetic acid, an active compound in Balsamic Vinegar. This acid has certain kinds of probiotics that aid gut health and promote digestion.
Weight loss
No magic solution here, however, some scientists seem to be convinced that Balsamic Vinegar of Modena will make a person feel fuller, with the consequent effect of making people eat less during the day. This seems to be more evident when Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is added to breakfast.
Congestion
This is an interesting use of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, probably something a grandmother discovered once and has been passed on generation after generation.
Apparently adding a few drops of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena to steaming water and inhaling the vapor can help relieve congestion. It doesn’t surprise us, given the rich bouquet of flavors and the tart and acidic notes that are so identifying with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.
Conclusion
In order for these benefits to be true, there is no doubt we are talking about good quality Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Imitations or simple vinegars won’t have the same properties, since ingredients may not be the same, and the recalled beneficial aspects of antioxidants and probiotics are also linked to the aging process.
It’s a wonderful plus to know that our favorite ingredient has some good benefits for our health!