Vinegar has long been a staple in any household's kitchen because of its numerous benefits such as a food condiment, odor eliminator, and even for killing bacteria.

Apple Cider Vinegar is gaining popularity because of its numerous home uses and health benefits.

This acidic agent was said to have been discovered around 5,000 B.C. when an unattended grape juice turned into wine and then to vinegar, according to Mercola.  If you want to make your own at home, it's pretty simple and The Good Health Academy tells you how you can do it here.

A popular kind of vinegar is the apple cider, which has been getting more attention in recent years because of its apparent numerous uses and health benefits.

Here are five things apple cider vinegar is believed to help.

1. facial toner

Scarlett Johansson claims that she applies apple cider vinegar on her face, which she says gives her that ethereal glow. Courtney Leiva from Bustle tried it out herself. While it did not completely remove the pimples on her face, she did notice her pores shrank after a few days of using it and the acne on her face got smaller. She did warn about putting highly acidic liquid on sensitive skin as it can cause a burning sensation so apply with caution and perhaps dilute with water initially until you have assessed your skin's reaction.

2. regulating blood sugar

According to Arizona State University director for the Nutrition Department Dr. Carol Johnston, apple cider vinegar has therapeutic effects for those suffering with Type 2 diabetes, acording to Natural Living Ideas. Those who take two tablespoons of the acidic liquid before bed time should expect to wake up with a lower blood sugar rate by 4 to 6 percent the following day.

3. easing a sore throat

Apple cider vinegar's acid content is also useful in killing bacteria and germs. One only needs to mix one tablespoon with water to make a mouthwash. The acid in the cider vinegar is said to kill bacteria and germs that cause a sore throat.

4. removing stinky pet smells

Sometimes, pets can leave their scent on any household thing they come in contact with, such as pillows, blankets, pet beds, etc. Swanson Vitamins suggests adding a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar into the laundry rinse water so that the stinky odor of the pets will be absorbed and removed.

5. treating itchy dandruff

The acid in apple cider vinegar supposedly helps balance the pH levels of the scalp, which, when left unmaintained, can cause dandruff. Healthy And Natural World recommends mixing equal parts apple cider vinegar with water and applying it to the scalp after shampooing.