Victoria Beckham has sparked interest in apple cider vinegar as a daily health supplement, revealing on Instagram that she starts each day with two tablespoons on an empty stomach. The drink, which costs as little as 45p per serving, has also been endorsed by Cheryl Tweedy, who discussed it on BBC Radio 2.
Apple cider vinegar is made by fermenting apples, converting natural sugars into acetic acid, which researchers believe is linked to potential benefits such as supporting digestion, balancing blood sugar, and aiding weight management when combined with a healthy diet. Raw, unfiltered versions contain 'the mother'—cloudy strands of enzymes, proteins, and beneficial bacteria.
One popular option is Manuka Doctor's Apple Cider Vinegar range, priced at £15 for a 500ml bottle (45p per tablespoon). It blends raw, unfiltered ACV with 300 MGO Manuka honey to soften the sharp taste. Variants include ginger, turmeric with long pepper, and a 'Fat Metaboliser' with choline and vitamins B5 and B12. A raw organic version made from Hampshire apples is also available.
Nutritionist Sarah Dumount-Gayle emphasised the importance of choosing raw, unfiltered ACV containing 'the mother' for full digestive benefits. For those seeking alternatives, Holland & Barrett offers Apple Cider Vinegar gummies at £8.39 (down from £13.99), delivering 500mg of ACV per dose with ginger extract, though without Manuka honey.
Customer reviews for the Manuka Doctor product have been largely positive, with users praising its taste and health benefits, including use in salad dressings and for sore throats. Some noted it is an acquired taste, but overall satisfaction remains high.
