CRANBERRY

CRANBERRY

• Cranberry is a tiny red-colored, shiny fruit that is sweet and sour in taste. It is rich in nutrients and has powerful antioxidant activity due to which it has recently gaining importance in the medical field.
• It can be consumed fresh or in the form of juice, jams, chocolates, sauces and candies.
• Daily consumption of Cranberry juice or capsules is best known for the treatment and prevention of urinary tract infections (UTIs) as it inhibits the growth of infection-causing bacteria.
• Cranberry might also help to manage kidney stones due to its diuretic property.
• It prevents the deposition of calcium oxalate crystals that are responsible for kidney stone formation.
• Intake of Cranberry with honey is a well-known remedy to manage common cold symptoms.
• Applying Cranberry in the form of a face pack also helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals due to its antioxidant and anti-aging properties.
• Avoid excess consumption of Cranberry and Cranberry juice as it might upset your stomach.

What are the synonyms of Cranberry? Vaccinium macrocarpon, Indian Cranberry, American Cranberry, large Cranberry.

What is the source of Cranberry? Plant Based.