- Maintains the pH of the body 
- Slows down the breakdown of starch into sugar 
- It can be used in salad dressings to prepare sauce/chutney to enhance the taste and flavor 
- Adding a spoonful to boiled eggs can prevent egg shells from cracking 
- It helps to tenderize the meat and kill the bacteria 
- It can be helpful to marinate the meat with herbs and spices 
- It helps break down cellulose in any fibrous or stringy vegetables, aiding digestion 




