Historically, ACV has been used for a wide variety of purposes, such as helping to detoxify and purify the blood, digestive health and boosting immunity. Our pure organic formula includes the mother. Apple cider vinegar with the mother is simply unrefined, unpasteurized and unfiltered. Mother is strands of proteins and enzymes that give the liquid product a murky appearance. Our Apple Cider Vinegar capsules are CCOF certified organic and are made with raw ACV powder (with mother) and organic cayenne. Why Choose Herbal Roots? Unlike other brands, you will NOT find binders, fillers, preservatives or additives in any Herbal Roots supplements. This product is USDA Certified organic, manufactured by a cGMP facility, and 3rd party tested. Herbal Roots is a small family, women owned, and operated business.