No Thanksgiving Day feast is complete without cranberry sauce. But researchers suggest including the item more often in regular meals as cranberries have several health benefits. T
The four most important reasons why cranberries should be consumed on a daily basis are listed below.
Helps in curing Urinary Tract Infections:
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is the second most common type of infection found among U.S. women, according to Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. The cranberries contain the compound, proanthocyanidins that helps in fighting the E.coli bacteria, which causes UTI. The E.Coli bacteria usually cling along the urinary tract lining. The anti-adhesion ability of cranberries restricts the further growth and spread of the bacteria, reveals a recent post on Live Science.
Helps in improving gastrointestinal health:
Cranberries also help in healing peptic ulcers and increasing digestive power. The peptic ulcers are mostly caused by the bacteria H. Pylori, and the cranberries inhibit the growth of these bacteria too. Around 20 million Americans develop ulcers every year. Cranberry has anti inflammatory qualities.
Reducing oxidative stress:
Cranberries contain phenolic acids and flavonoids in high amounts, which have antioxidant properties. Hence, cranberry not only helps in reducing aging effects but also acts as a stress reliever. Phenols have disease fighting capacity and can eradicate the root cause of many chronic diseases. The anti-inflammatory and oxidative effects of cranberry also take care of cardiovascular diseases.
Reduces cancer prospects:
Earlier studies have proved that cranberry has got anti-cancer properties. Cranberry does not cure cancer; rather the consistent intake of the fruit on a daily basis reduces chances of cancer. These disease-preventive benefits of cranberry are especially seen for breast, colon, lung and prostate cancers.
