Cranberry

Question 1

What traditional therapeutic use is cranberry known for?

Answer 1

As a urinary antiseptic, especially for preventing and treating UTIs.

Question 2

What key compounds in cranberries help prevent UTIs?

Answer 2

Proanthocyanins (contributing to the colour), which prevent E. coli from attaching to urinary tract walls.

Question 3

Which nutrients are cranberries are rich in?

Answer 3

Vitamin C.
Flavonoids such as quercetin.
Also contains, manganese, copper, vitamins E, K, B5 and B6.

Question 4

What is a key antioxidant benefit of cranberries?

Answer 4

They reduce oxidative stress and support cardiovascular health.

Question 5

What caution should be taken when using cranberry therapeutically?

Answer 5

Avoid in high doses if you have kidney stones.

Question 6

How much cranberry juice is recommended daily for therapeutic use?

Answer 6

300–500 mL, divided into two doses.

Question 7

Why should sugary commercial cranberry juices be avoided?

Answer 7

They can worsen urinary tract infections.

Question 8

What are the benefits and properties of cranberry?

Answer 8

1. Urinary antiseptic.
2. Treatment of Helicobacter pylori - its anti- adhesive properties.
3. Cardiovascular health- antioxidant profile (anthocyanins) reducing oxidative stress and blood pressure.