CRANBERRIES
are an excellent source of vitamin C, A, and beta carotene.
-Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and rate very high on the
ORAC scale making it an ideal anti-aging and memory enhancing food.
-Cranberries have amazing anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer
properties and are a vital food and supplement for anyone struggling
with any chronic illness or disease.
-Cranberries are known to significantly boost the immune system and have a natural antibiotic effect in the body.
-Cranberries contain one of nature’s most potent vasodilators which
opens up congested bronchial tubes and pathways making it essential for
healing any respiratory condition.
-Cranberries are very high in tannic acids which gives them there
powerful ability to protect and heal urinary tract, bladder, and kidney
infections. These tannic acids are made up of compounds called
proanthocyanidins which essentially coats the infection forming
bacteria, such as E.coli and H.Pylori, with a slick cover and prevents
them from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract and digestive
tract. Since the bacteria are unable to attach themselves to anything
they are flushed out of the system and unable to cause any infection or
harm. This anti-adhesion ability also help to prevent stomach ulcers,
gum disease, and cavities. This ability also helps to prevent
cardiovascular disease by stopping cholesterol plaque formation in the
heart and blood vessels and by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol and
increasing HDL (good) cholesterol levels in the blood.
-Cranberry juice has also been shown to increase the desirable
“friendly” bacteria in the digestive tract which benefits digestive
disorders such as IBS, colitis, gastritis, indigestion, gas, bloating,
and constipation.
-Cranberry juice has also been known to help treat diaper rash by
reducing pH levels in the diaper and thereby reducing irritation.
-Native Americans commonly ate their cranberries simmered in honey or
maple syrup or sun-dried and mixed with nuts to last them through the
winter months.
-Fresh cranberries can be added to salads, smoothies, fresh juices,
and fruit and nut salads or cooked down into the classic cranberry
sauce.
-Sun-dried cranberries are an excellent addition to trail mixes, hot
or cold breakfast cereals, grain & vegetables dishes, and wholesome
baked goods.
-Sun-dried cranberries can also be made into a medicinal tea by soaking in water overnight.
-Pure cranberry juice can be taken straight or mixed with spring
water, coconut water, or apple or grape juice to receive its healing
benefits.
-Cranberry extracts can also be found in capsule and tincture form
online and in your local health food store for year-round use.
