Cranberries

Cranberries are small, firm, spherical red fruits with a bitter or sour flavour.
These berries grow on low-lying vines near the ground, and the plant’s leaves are small and oval-shaped.

Its short, erect branches support flowers and fruits. These fruits ripen during September and October.

Cranberries contain carbs, fibre, sugar, protein, and salt.

Your body converts carbohydrates into a simple sugar known as glucose, which is your body’s preferred type of fuel. The majority of the natural sugars in cranberries are already in the form glucose.

Fibres are tough to digest, therefore they aid in the smooth passage of food through your system. They also assist regulate hunger and blood sugar levels.

Cranberries Nutritional Content

200 grammes of raw cranberries contains:

25% of the daily requirement for Vitamin C
About 9% of your daily requirement for vitamin A.
About 6% of your daily requirement for vitamin K.
2% of your daily potassium requirements.
1% of your daily requirements for iron and calcium
8% of your daily requirements for vitamin E
16% of your daily manganese requirement
7% of your daily needs for copper
8% of your daily requirement for B-complex vitamins.

Cranberries also include many cancer-fighting antioxidants. In addition to giving cranberries their crimson colour, these potent molecules may reduce free radicals, which can cause heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other chronic illnesses.

Antioxidants

Cranberries are well-known for being high in antioxidants:

Quercetin. Cranberries’ main antioxidant is quercetin, which may be a powerful cancer-fighting agent. Cranberries are an excellent source of this antioxidant.
Myricetin. This is another antioxidant that may assist to prevent cancer.
Ursolic Acid. Cranberry peels contain this chemical. It is occasionally used in herbal medicine to alleviate inflammation.
Anthocyanins. Cranberries and blueberries contain a high concentration of these antioxidants, which include peonidin and cyanidin. Some research indicates that when mixed with other plant substances, they may be able to halt tumour growth.
Proanthocyanidins. Cranberry proanthocyanidins have a distinct structure that makes it difficult for certain germs to attach to cells. Some studies indicate that they may be able to delay the progression of cancer.

According to one study, cranberries contain the most phenols, a form of antioxidant, of any of the 20 typical fruits.

Anthocyanins

The anthocyanins found in cranberries may have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects. They may also:

• Protect against liver disease
• Lower blood pressure
• Improve eyesight
• Improve cardiovascular health

Digestion

Cranberries can boost intestinal health in a variety of ways. For example, they remove bile acids that have been associated to colon and stomach malignancies. If you consume a lot of meat, dairy, and sweets, these small fruits can help restore beneficial bacteria in your digestive tract.

Cranberries may also be able to prevent Heliobacter pylori, a bacteria that causes ulcers, from latching onto the stomach’s lining.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Although cranberries will not cure a urinary tract infection (UTI) once it has started, studies show that they can help prevent UTIs, particularly in persons who get them frequently.

Cranberries include proanthocyanidins, which prevent some germs from adhering to the bladder walls.

If you have frequent UTIs, your doctor may recommend that you take vitamins or consume cranberry juice on occasion.

If you suspect you have a UTI, consult your doctor about whether you need antibiotics.

Germs

Cranberries can fight off common bacteria such as Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Listeria monocytogenes. Some research suggests that they could even fight viruses, but more studies are needed.

Cancer

Cranberries contain a high concentration of antioxidants, including proanthocyanidins, which may help reduce your risk of developing cancer. However, additional research is required to corroborate this.

Cardiovascular disease

Cranberries offer two major benefits for heart health: they reduce blood pressure and improve cholesterol. According to some research, drinking low-calorie cranberry juice on a regular basis can increase HDL (good) cholesterol while decreasing LDL.

Skin

Cranberries are high in vitamin C, which is an essential mineral for skin health. Some dermatologists advocate vitamin C lotions to increase collagen, reduce inflammation, lighten dark spots, and protect against UV rays.

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