Fermentation is key to the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. To get ACV, cider from crushed apples is fermented by yeast and bacteria, which turns the sugars into alcohol. A second fermentation process converts the alcohol into acetic acid. ACV has been shown to lower cholesterol, decrease blood glucose levels, and support weight loss.[1],[2],[3]

Lemon has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to cool the liver and support a healthy balance of fat in the body. We also include lemon in Appley Ever After because it's acidic and supports the benefits of apple cider vinegar with a complementary flavor.

Milk thistle is a plant that's been used medicinally throughout the Mediterranean since ancient Greek times. Milk thistle seed extract contains silymarin, a mixture of flavonoids and polyphenols that have been researched for their potential antioxidant and liver-protective qualities. Milk thistle extract may support skin health by reducing the activity of collagenase (an enzyme that breaks down collagen) and elastase (an enzyme which breaks down elastin). It's also been researched for its potential to protect skin cells from depleting antioxidants like glutathione in response to UVA light exposure.