Pre-reading questions:
- Do you like the taste of vinegar?
- Do you know apple cider vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar or ACV is known for its many purposes. It is rumored that ACV can help with weight loss. Professor Carol Johnston said that it may contribute lose weight, but the effects would be subtle. Professor Carol has been studying vinegar and its health benefits. According to her, acetic acid found in all types of vinegar, including ACV, is the key ingredient to a healthier digestion.
Vocabulary:
cider – [noun] an alcoholic drink made from fermented crushed fruit, typically apples
acetic acid– [noun] the acid that gives vinegar its characteristic taste
metabolism – [noun] the result of all the processes in your body working together to create the energy that keeps you going
rumor – [verb] unverified news
subtle – [adjective] not obvious; no obvious effect
True or False:
- ACV stands for apple cider vodka.
- It is rumored that ACV can help with hair loss.
- Professor Carol said the digestion benefits of ACV is obvious.
- Acetic acid can be found in certain types of vinegar.
- Cider is the key ingredient to a healthier digestion.