The word was first applied in 1641 to the easternmost of the Great Lakes, and Old Ontario was used to refer to the southern portion of land nearest the lake and was applied to the whole province in 1867. MAIN MENU: PROVINCES and TERRITORIES: ONTARIO. Capital.
A bottle of vinegar beside a bottle oil on a dining table. The idea that vinegar, a liquid produced by the action of yeast and bacteria on juices made from fruits or grains, might have medicinal properties isn't a new one. However, drinking vinegar can have unpleasant and dangerous side effects. Never drink vinegar without first discussing it with your medical practitioner.
Vinegar also appears to be helpful in getting rid of harmful bacteria on fruits and vegetables. To help remove potentially harmful residues, mix a solution of 10 percent vinegar to 90 percent water (for example, mix one cup of white vinegar in nine cups of water). Then, place produce in the vinegar solution, let it soak briefly, and then swish it around in the solution. Finally, rinse the produce thoroughly.