Benefits of Cranberry

Cranberries are actually a type of acidic berries that are rich in vitamin C and believed to contain excellent infection fighting properties.

Fresh cranberries, which contain the highest levels of beneficial nutrients, are at their peak from October through December, just in time to add their festive hue, tart tangy flavor and numerous health protective effects to your holiday meals.

Cranberries have long been valued for their ability to help prevent and treat urinary tract infections.

Cranberry Nutrition’s

Though cranberries are tiny, they are potent.  Packed with nutrition, they are high in vitamin C and in fiber.  But cranberries, like their relative the blueberry, also contain antioxidants in abundance which has antibacterial effects on the body.

Cranberry is effective at fighting against infections. It cures sore throats and colds.

The high amount of acid components in cherry juice prevents kidney stone formation.

Cranberry juice helps to inhibit certain strains of the haemophilic influenza, which is a common cause of ear and respiratory infections in children. The juice inhibits the bacteria’s hair-like structures, therefore not allowing them to be able to adhere to skin surfaces.

Cranberry extract has been shown to inhibit low density lipoprotein oxidation. Since this process is believed to be part of what can cause heart disease, prevention of oxidation through cranberry supplementation can potentially reduce the risk of heart disease.

Cranberry calories

100 gm of cranberry contains:

Calories:

Water: 85.50 gm

Fat: 0.10 g

Carbohydrate: 14.40 g

Dietary fiber: 0.1 g

Calcium: 3 mg

Potassium: 18 mg

Cranberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, a very good source of dietary fiber, and a good source of manganese, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamin A and vitamin K.

Health tips for Cranberry

Cranberries may help to combat heart disease and cancer.
Add more cranberries to your diet and take advantage of the health benefits associated with this colorful fruit.

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