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During our student days, we convinced ourselves that both an apple a day and a pint of apple cider a day could keep us away from the doctor.

As far back as 2006, researchers at the University of Glasgow were exploring whether an apple cider a day could keep the doctor away. While findings of their study were not made public, it was discovered that English cider apples contained antioxidants linked to protection against stroke and heart disease.

“Certain types of cider made from fresh apples can offer some health benefits due to their antioxidant and polyphenol content,”

says Sam Rice, a Telegraph nutritionist.

“These plant chemicals can help protect against cell damage and inflammation, potentially reducing the risk of certain diseases.”

Good news for cider drinkers? Unfortunately, while experts say that the tipple does indeed contain some healthy ingredients, overall, the harms caused by the alcohol in a pint outweigh any positives.

As Rice points out:

“To be clear, alcohol is a toxin, and no alcoholic beverage can ever be considered a health drink.

But are there really health benefits to cider, oo-arr it just a myth? The Telegraph looks at how the leading brands compare and break down the pros and cons below.

Skip to:

• The ‘healthiest’ leading ciders (and the ones to avoid)
• Are there health benefits of cider?
• What are the health risks?
• How do different types of cider compare?
• FAQs

What drinking cider really does to your body