Cranberry
Benefits
1. Cranberries may help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by inhibiting the adhesion of bacteria, such as Escherichia coli, to the urinary tract walls.
2. An analysis revealed the protective effect of cranberry juice against UTIs, while consumption of carbonated soft drinks was associated with an increased risk of UTIs.
3. Cranberries may have beneficial effects on cardiovascular health due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
4. Some studies have shown a decrease in LDL cholesterol levels with cranberry consumption.
Reference:
Cranberries and Their Bioactive Constituents in Human Health PMCID: PMC3823508 PMID:24228191
Nutrition Facts
Unsweetened Dried Cranberries
Serving size: 100g
Amount Per Serving
Calories
350
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat -g
Monounsaturated Fat -g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 90g 33%
Dietary Fiber (old rule) 30g 120%
Dietary Fiber 30g 107%
Total Sugars 60g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Sugar Alcohol 0g
Protein 0g
Vitamin D -mcg -%
Calcium 0mg 0%
Iron 50mg 278%
Potassium -mg -%
Vitamin A 0mcg 0%
Vitamin C 50mg 56%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.