Apple Cider Vinegar-Why?

[rowenna22]

So why ACV in their water? What is the exact purpose of adding it to their water? What does it do? I know that I use it to clean the coop, but what is the point in putting it in their water? I'd like to read any articles that support this. Thank you.

 

[mnferalkitty]

Some say it helps with internal parasites

 

[Orps]

Here is an article why it is good for parots but it the same reason for chickens and other pets.
http://www.naturalbird.com/mcwatters/acv_for_birds.htm

 

[speckledhen]

No idea why folks say it helps with worms. It does nothing against a worm infestation. It helps somewhat with gut and crop pH and has anti-fungal properties, plus vitamins and minerals.


I myself use ACV in hot water with honey added to make a tea when I have severe cold.

 

[Orps]

I myself use ACV in hot water with honey added to make a tea when I have severe cold.

Never tired it before but the next time I have a cold I will have to try it

 

[speckledhen]

A friend told me about it, just a couple of tablespoons of the organic unfiltered ACV with "the mother" in it added to a cup of hot water, sweeten with honey and sip that. It did help quite a bit! I rarely have terrible colds, but I sure needed a remedy then.

 

[sumi]

My hens started laying better since I've added ACV to their water.

 

[rowenna22]

Thank you! This is a really good article!