Cranberries
Cranberries (Vaccinium oxycoccus) are small round bright red berries.
Health benefits of Cranberries
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Cranberries
Look for bright colored cranberries that a firm to the touch. Avoid any which are mushy or discolored.
How to store Cranberries
Store cranberries in an air-tight container in the fridge. They will keep for 1 to 2 weeks.
Climate and origin
Wild varieties of cranberries are found in northern temperate regions of America, Europe, and Asia. Cranberries prefer cold climates and are typically harvested in October. (Zones 2-7 in the U.S.)
Taste
Cranberries have a sour astringent taste and are often prepared with sugar.
Miscellaneous information
American Indians cultivated cranberries and prepared them with maple syrup or honey.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 46 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.13g | 0% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 2mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 12g | 4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 13% | ||
| Total Sugars 4.3g | 9% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 0.46g | 1% | ||
| Vitamin C 14mg | 16% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 0.23mg | 1% | ||
| Calcium 8mg | 1% | ||
| Potassium 80mg | 2% | ||
| Phosphorus 11mg | 1% | ||
| *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. | |||