Cranberries contain nutrients to help your body ward off infections and boost overall health. You get the highest level of nutrition when you eat them whole. But the juice is still chock-full of benefits.
You may have heard that drinking cranberry juice can help with a urinary tract infection (UTI). But that’s not the only benefit สมัคร UFABET
In fact, throughout history, cranberries have been used to treat:
- urinary issues
- upset stomach
- liver problems
Cranberries grow in marshes and are often water-harvested. When the berries are ripe and ready to pick, they float in the water. Being on the water’s surface exposes them to more sunlight. This may increase their nutritional value.
Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins, a class of compounds commonly found in plants. It’s believed that these compounds can help prevent UTIs by stopping bacteria from attaching to the lining of the urinary tract. If bacteria can’t grow and spread, an infection is unable to develop.
Unfortunately, research on cranberry juice has been mixed. Some studies show cranberry juice to be effective in reducing the risk of UTIs. While others have found that it isn’t an effective treatment.
Cranberries also contain other phytonutrients with anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation plays a role in damaging blood vessels over time, including the arteries. The damaged arteries then attract plaque, causing atherosclerosis.