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Cranberry Juice

Written by Healthy Food

Thursday, 12 February 2009 01:22

Cranberry juice is a healthy drink choice for many reasons. It is most commonly known for its aid in curing urinary tract infections. However, it can also benefit respiratory disorders, fight against kidney stones, improve teeth, help to prevent cancer, and fight against heart diseases. Cranberry juice is a great source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. It also contains calcium, manganese, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, beta-carotene and vitamin A.

The health benefits of the healthy drink cranberry juice include:

-Prevention of urinary tract infections: Cranberry juice is one of the most effective ways to prevent urinary tract infections because it produces hippuric acid within urine. Hippuric acid helps to acidify urine and therefore prevent bacteria from building up within the bladder. By drinking just one glass of cranberry juice per day, you can reduce the risk of infections.

-Promotion of a healthy cardiovascular system: Cranberry juice contains antioxidants that aid in repairing damage caused to the body by free radicals. The polyphenols in cranberry juice help increase of the odds of good cholesterol and reduce the chances of bad cholesterol.

-Prevention of tooth decay: Cranberry juice can help prevent cavities from forming on the teeth. Chemicals contained in this healthy juice block bacteria from adhering to the surface of teeth, which also helps prevent dental plaque.
Prevention of cancer. Cranberry juice contains proanthocyanidins, which are compounds that inhibit the growth of some cancerous cells. Proanthocyanidins stop micro-tumors from developing within blood vessels, which is necessary for their advancing growth. They also help prevent breast cancer cells from multiplying.

-Cure for colds: Cranberry juice can effectively prevent infections, and therefore can cure or even prevent colds and sore throats.

-Prevention of respiratory infections: Certain strains of Haemophilus influenza, which is a common cause of respiratory and ear infections amongst children, can be inhibited by the consumption of cranberry juice. The healthy juice stops the bacteria's hair-like formations, which prevents them from adhering to and infecting the skin.

-Prevention of kidney stones: The high acid content found in cranberry juice helps to prevent kidney stones from forming within the urinary system.

-Strengthening of bones and teeth: Because it contains calcium, cranberry juice reduces the risks of osteoporosis, as well as keeps the teeth strong.

-Prevention of cancer and stomach ulcers: The bacteria H. pylori can cause cancer and stomach ulcers. Regular consumption of cranberry juice will help destroy these bacteria and prevent stomach related problems.