Cranberry: as a natural treatment for skin, hair, weight loss, urinary tract infections

Cranberry: as a natural treatment for skin, hair, weight loss, urinary tract infections

Cranberry is a small berries, but come packed with big nutritional benefits. They have a high amount of anti-oxidants and nutrients, not commonly found in other fruits.

Benefits of cranberry

1. Good for Oral Hygiene

Cranberries are useful in maintaining good oral hygiene. It is ideal for treating plaque formation, cavities, and the initial level of gum disease.

2. Kidney and Bladder Problem

Kidney stones and bladder problems are horrific and painful. Cranberries also have citric acid and other nutrients that can help to treat various bladder complications. Plus, they can also help to prevent kidneys from forming kidney stones.

3. Good for the Heart

Furthermore, Cranberries are really good for the heart, as they contain various powerful minerals and enzymes that can help in lowering bad cholesterol from lining and blocking the arteries. Heart problems are common due to a lack of exercise and other unhealthy practices. Eating whole cranberries or drinking cranberry juice, while maintaining a healthy lifestyle can really boost heart health.

4. Fights Cancer

There are different types of cancers; however, it is important to understand that all the symptoms associated with cancer form due to the massive prevalence of free radical cells. These are bad cells that infect other cells, eventually degrading the immune system. As per different independent medical studies, it was observed that drinking cranberry juice can also kill free radical cells that are associated with developing symptoms of breast cancer.

5. For Weight Loss

Being over-weight stays atop among all other health problems. Thus, eating fresh fruits and vegetables are always suggested to shred extra pounds in a healthy way – adding cranberries to it – can double the benefits. They are rich in antioxidants, which flush out toxins from the body. This process improves the digestive system and metabolism, which automatically leads to weight loss.

6. For Urinary Tract Infections

Nothing is more refreshing and hydrating than cranberry juice. It is also ideal for women that suffer from frequent urinary tract infections. Medical professionals strongly urge women to drink at least 2 to 3 glasses of fresh cranberry juice to combat the symptoms and maintain their urethra health.

7. For Lungs inflammation

Eating whole cranberries or drinking its juice can help ward off inflammation and strengthen the immune system. Cranberries contain an enzyme known as nondialyzable material or NDM, which is what helps to keep the viruses separated from healthy cells, which means you will not be getting sick with cold or flu that often. Plus, it is also a good way to stop the symptoms of influenza from forming.

8. Anti-Aging

Continuous consumption of cranberries can slow down the aging process because this fruit is rich in antioxidants. The antioxidants quickly kill and flush out toxins and free radical cells out of the body, keeping your skin naturally moisturized and hydrated.

9. For Flawless Skin

Rich in vitamin C, cranberry juice is an excellent source to get flawless skin. It has components i.e. hydroxylysine, hydroxyproline, and amino acids that our body needs to form collagen. The collagen helps in keeping the skin soft and youthful. Harsh winds can adversely affect the skin in cold areas, which can lead to a series of skin-related trauma and problems. Drinking cranberry juice daily can keep the skin hydrated and collagen-full.

10. For Oily Skin and cleansing

Oily skin is prone to acne, which sometimes gets tricky to handle. Thus, the berries have antiseptic properties that work to treat acne. Resveratrol, the antioxidants found in cranberry juice work effectively against pimples and acne. The cranberry juice can be used to make a face mask. The cranberries can also be used as a skin cleanser.

11. For Hair Fall

Hair fall is a very common problem. Although most people suffer from hair loss as a result of poor genetics, there are, however, a variety of health-related issues that can cause healthy hair to weaken and fall.  There are countless products available in the market to treat hair fall, but nothing can beat a natural remedy. Cranberries are rich in vitamin A and C, which is essential for hair growth and healthy hair.

12. For Dandruff

After the hair fall, dandruff is the second severe hair problem. Lastly, cranberry juice can treat dandruff and other scalp related problems. Cranberries also have anti-fungal and antiseptic properties that fight against dandruff. These properties prevent psoriasis as well. Plus, the vitamin C in the fruit can be used to treat damaged hair as well.

Adding cranberries to your diet

Cranberries can be consumed just as it is or it can be used to make jams, jellies, smoothies, and shakes. It is also used to make ice creams and wines and several other drinks.

Here’s a recipe for maiking Cranberry orange clafouti:

Cranberry Orange Clafouti (Makes 6 servings)

Ingredients

1¼ cup whole milk

1 cup sugar, divided

3 large eggs

1 tbsp vanilla extract

⅛ tsp salt

½ cup flour

2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped

2 tsp finely grated orange zest

powdered sugar and whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a blender or food processor, combine milk, ½ cup sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, and flour. Coat an 8-cup glass baking dish with cooking spray. Pour about half the egg mixture into the pan and bake for 7-10 minutes.

3. Remove pan from oven and sprinkle cranberries, orange zest, and remaining sugar on top of the custard. Pour the remaining egg mixture over the first layer. Bake 45 minutes until firm. Do not over-bake; this will make the dish chewy. Serve warm or at room temperature topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream if desired.

Words of caution

Pregnancy and breast-feeding:

Though, there is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking cranberry for therapeutic reasons if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid using it.

Children:

Cranberry juice is LIKELY SAFE for children when taken by mouth as a food or drink.

Aspirin allergy

Cranberries contain significant amounts of salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is similar to aspirin. Avoid drinking large quantities of cranberry juice, if you are allergic to aspirin.

Inflammation of the stomach lining (Atrophic gastritis)

Cranberry juice might increase how much vitamin B12 the body absorbs for people with atrophic gastritis.

Diabetes

Some cranberry juice products are sweetened with extra sugar. If you have diabetes, stick with cranberry products that are sweetened with artificial sweeteners.

Low stomach acid (hypochlorhydria):

Cranberry juice might increase how much vitamin B12, the body absorbs for people with low levels of stomach acid.

Kidney stones

Cranberry juice and cranberry extracts contain a large amount of a chemical called oxalate. In fact, there is some evidence that some cranberry extract tablets can boost the level of oxalate in the urine by as much as 43%. Since kidney stones are made primarily from oxalate combined with calcium, healthcare providers worry that cranberry might increase the risk of kidney stones. To be on the safe side, avoid taking cranberry extract products or drinking a lot of cranberry juice, if you have a history of kidney stones.

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