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Sugars
6.99 g · 14% DV target
A crisp, fermented beverage derived from pressed apple juice, cider offers a complex balance of natural sugars and tannins alongside a profile rich in plant-derived metabolites.
Apple cider contains polyphenols (naturally occurring plant compounds) that largely reach the colon intact, where they are broken down by gut bacteria into smaller metabolites that may influence digestive health .12
Systematic reviews of apple cider vinegar—a fermented derivative of cider—consistently show that daily intake is associated with significant reductions in body weight, BMI, and visceral adiposity (fat stored around internal organs) .13
Regular consumption of apple cider vinegar is well-established to improve metabolic markers, specifically lowering fasting plasma glucose (blood sugar levels after not eating) and total serum cholesterol .356
While 100% fruit juices like apple cider provide nutrients, major institutional reviews emphasize monitoring their intake due to their relationship with overall dietary patterns and risk of obesity .247
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
6.99 g · 14% DV target
Applies to opened bottles to maintain carbonation and flavor
Unopened bottles should be kept away from light and heat
Apple orchards sequester carbon and require less intensive irrigation than many other fruit crops.
In 14th-century England, cider was so highly valued that children were sometimes baptized in it because it was considered cleaner than the local water supply.