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Is it ok to drink apple cider and water with diabetes?

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Yes, just in small quantities since the cider has sugar (meaning 6 oz. max). Don't add any more sugar (including cinnamon which often has sugar mixed with it). Ideally, you should get cider that is sugar-free (with an artificial sweetener like Splenda).

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