Tiny, yet heavy with goodness
BERRY, BERRY GOOD: Most of the world’s cranberries are harvested on 15,000 hectares in five North American states.
THE cranberry is a close cousin of the blueberry except that it is packed with a lot more goodness.
The little red berries are packed with Vitamin C which boosts the immune system.
Just half a cup of cranberries can provide up to 10 per cent of your daily Vitamin C intake. If you feel the
onset of a flu, grab a handful and chew the tart-tasting berry.
Cranberries are also known to prevent urinary tract infections which women commonly suffer from. While many women might know this, many do not understand how cranberries can do this.
Cranberries contain an antibacterial agent and compounds that can reduce the ability of bacteria to stick to the walls of the urinary tract. These compounds have an acidic property that can acidify urine. Acidic
urine creates an unsuitable environmental condition for thebacteria to reside. Hence, the bacteria is washed away in the urine, thus preventing an infection.
Research has also shown that cranberries are rich in antioxidants. This property allows cranberries to be a heart-healthy food and helps the body fight cancer.
Choose cranberries that are deeper in colour. The deeper their colour, the more beneficial compounds there are.
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