How to make a simple tincture using eggshells and apple cider vinegar as a remedy for acid reflux or as a natural source of calcium and magnesium.
You pay good money for those local free-range, pastured eggs, so why in the world are you throwing out the eggshells?
Some folks say to use the shells for compost. Another school of thought says this isn’t such a great idea as eggshells don’t break down that easily.
If you don’t want to compost them, what is a good way to make use of all that calcium and a bit of magnesium in those excellent quality eggshells?
My Mother-in-Law, who is a holistically-minded nurse, makes a mineral-loaded tincture with crushed eggshells. She’s been using this remedy and natural supplement for decades. It’s very easy to make, but you must use quality apple cider vinegar and the best eggs.
How to Make Eggshell and Apple Cider Vinegar Tincture
It is best to use apple cider vinegar made yourself, but if this isn’t possible, then buy only raw, unfiltered ACV packaged in glass. ACV in plastic will leach toxins into the vinegar!
It is also important to only use fresh eggs. This easy water test for old eggs will ensure the optimal safety of this apple cider vinegar remedy.
How Much of this ACV Remedy to Take?
Use 1 teaspoon mixed into an 8 oz glass of filtered water up to three times per day as a mineral boost and digestive aid. It is also helpful after meals as an acid reflux remedy for those who are susceptible.
Eggshell and Apple Cider Vinegar Remedy
Easy recipe for apple cider vinegar remedy using eggshells to use as a calcium and magnesium supplement or to remedy the symptoms of acid reflux.
Ingredients
- 12 eggshells pastured and organic
- 16 ounces apple cider vinegar raw, unfiltered, preferably organic
Instructions
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Remove the inner membrane from each cleaned, cracked and used eggshell and crush lightly in a mortar and pestle. You don't need to crush the eggshell into a powder, just into small pieces.
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Place eggshell bits in a one quart mason jar and add 1 pint of cider vinegar and close the lid. Make sure you use a one quart mason jar as the mixture tends to foam up so you will need the extra room in the jar.
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Soak for at least a week, then use as desired.
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Leave eggshell tincture on the counter or in the pantry. No need to refrigerate.
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We put it in with stock when I make it to add some extra calcium and minerals. Nothing goes to waste in our house.
So you just strain them with the bones etc.?
could lemon juice be used instead of vinegar?
could lemon juice be used instead of vinegar?
I make calcium from my egg shells
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@Shannon The acid in lemon juice is citric acid and the acid in vinegar is acetic acid. Acetic acid is what you want, so I would not sub lemon juice as I do not think it would work.
@Shannon The acid in lemon juice is citric acid and the acid in vinegar is acetic acid. Acetic acid is what you want, so I would not sub lemon juice as I do not think it would work.
how do you make calcium… ??? i throw away tons of eggs shells.. i was throwing them down the drain… but my hubby made me quit.