Here's everything we know about TikTok's 'fire cider' craze

The hashtag #firecider has over 7.4 million views on TikTok. The drink mixes ingredients like apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, horseradish, onions and cayenne pepper for an effect that is sweet, pungent, sour and hot. The drink mixes ingredients like apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, horseradish, onions and cayenne pepper for an effect that is sweet, pungent, sour and hot. The concoction is said to boost the immune system, prevent colds and aid digestion. Here's the real truth. While there are no specific studies about fire cider, many of its ingredients have been tested for their health benefits. Apple cider vinegar has been shown to have antibacterial properties. However, there is no evidence that it can combat the kinds of bacteria and viruses that cause the cold, flu or other conditions. A study showed garlic was able to reduce the symptoms of a cold but not prevent the cold itself. Similarly, honey can ease symptoms like a sore throat and cough but is not effective at preventing colds altogether. Cayenne pepper might have antibacterial and antiviral properties that can aid the immune system but no studies have proven the case in humans. Meanwhile, there's no research or evidence to support any of the immune system claims behind the remaining ingredients like horseradish, onions, ginger and rosemary . Meanwhile, there's no research or evidence to support any of the immune system claims behind the remaining ingredients like horseradish, onions, ginger and rosemary . Meanwhile, there's no research or evidence to support any of the immune system claims behind the remaining ingredients like horseradish, onions, ginger and rosemary . Meanwhile, there's no research or evidence to support any of the immune system claims behind the remaining ingredients like horseradish, onions, ginger and rosemary . While it may seem harmless to include herbal remedies into your regimen, always consult a doctor first