Do you drink cranberry juice regularly? Well if not, there may be several good reasons to start.
Research has long supported claims that cranberries significantly reduce the risk of developing painful urinary tract infections. Newer studies also suggest that cranberry consumption may help prevent certain oral health problems, including diseases of the gums and teeth.
Antioxidants play a large role in reducing the effects of aging and prevention of disease. Did you know that cranberries rank at the top of foods (fruits) in the content of phenols? Studies have shown that many phenols and poly-phenols are stronger anti-oxidants than vitamin anti-oxidants.
The high antioxidant content of cranberries may also improve memory, circulation, & coordination in older adults. Recent evidence from a lab study suggests that cranberries may also help to reduce damage from strokes
What if you don't like the taste of cranberry juice? Their are several ways to give yourself a healthy portion of cranberries benefits each day. These include: Cranberry Tea, Cranberry Concentrate, and Cranberry Capsules.
Sources: http://www.news-medical.net/?id=6190 http://carecure.rutgers.edu/spinewire/Articles/Cranberry_UTI.htm http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,104102,00.html http://www.umaine.edu/umext/cranberries/ResearchNotes.htm c. Vitamin-Habit