CRANBERRY FOR URINARY SYSTEM HEALTH

Nearly everyone is familiar with the bright red cranberries that are eaten during holiday times. Native Americans used the colorful, ripe berries to treat wounds and to cure anorexia and for other digestive complaints. In the 1900s, it was noted that the acidity of the urine increases after eating cranberries; thus began the belief that cranberry juice is a natural cure for urinary tract infections. The herb is taken as juice or dried berries. Some individuals may prefer to take cranberry capsules, which are available at most retail pharmacies. Cranberry contains a significant amount of vitamin C and other antioxidants that can promote health. They contain a substance that can prevent bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder. It is important to note that cranberry should be taken to prevent, not treat, urinary tract infections. Cranberry is a safe supplement, although large amounts may cause gastrointestinal (GI) upset and diarrhea. The juice should be 100% cranberry and not “cocktail” juice because that contains sugar, which enhances bacteria growth and may be contraindicated in patients with diabetes.

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