As per your question and suggestion to use apple cider vinegar, yes VK has mimicking capabilities and somehow VK protects users for any side effects but it does not mean i used a knife in place of spoon always with VK covering side effects.
VK mimick ACV for you but it can't change its acidic properties or what we can say basic nature of a substance. Like you can't change properties of any salt to sweety.
As a VK teacher i will suggest you ENT serums as the best possible solution for ears.
If any users wants to try something new we always motivate them to experiment and share their experiences with us.