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Hot toddy. Green tea. Cocoa. Warm drinks offer comfort in cold weather. But how healthy are they?

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The healthfulness of hot chocolate depends on a number of factors including the quality of the chocolate or cocoa powder, the liquid base and the amount of added sugar.

Green tea is the second most popular beverage worldwide after water.

Studies show that regular coffee consumption may help protect against heart disease, stroke and gallstones.

Hot buttered rum, mulled wine and hot toddies tend to be more indulgent options.

Green tea, ginger tea and hot water with lemon can help meet hydration needs when cold water doesn’t cut it.

Edwina Clark is a registered dietitian.