Biona Organic Cranberry Juice, 750ml

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Each 8oz glass is equal to 1 cup of fruit. The USDA MyPlate recommends a daily intake of 2 cups of fruit for a 2,000 calorie diet. Your average 150ml serving of cranberry juice contains 45mg of vitamin C, equivalent to 56 per cent of your Recommended Daily Amount (RDA). Vitamin C is water-soluble, which means you need to get it from your diet every day. It has a number of important functions, from producing collagen–‘the most abundant protein in the body,’ says Hobson – to neutralising free radicals in its role as an antioxidant. 2. Cranberry juice may prevent and treat UTIs Infection prevention. One of the most common causes of urinary tract infections (UTI) is the bacteria E. coli. The A-type proanthocyanidins in cranberry juice may help prevent the bacteria from collecting on the walls of the bladder and urinary tract. This reduces the risk of developing a UTI. Keep in mind that while cranberry juice may help reduce the risk of UTI, it can’t cure an active infection once one develops. Potential Risks of Cranberry Juice Research recommends making cranberries part of your diet if you are prone to recurrent urinary infections. A 1994 article in the Journal of the American Medical Association indicates that cranberry might reduce the levels of bacteria in urine.

No Yeast, Corn Wheat, Gluten, Soy, Dairy, Fish, Animal Derivatives, Perservatives, Artifical Colors or Artificial Flavors added. Drinking cranberry juice may help to improve blood pressure, according to a large review that analysed risk factors for heart disease. ‘Analysis showed that specific interventions significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by 1.52 mmHg,’ says Hobson. Pathogens and Disease: “A High Molecular Mass Constituent of Cranberry Juice Inhibits Helicobacter pylori Adhesion to Human Gastric Mucus.” The United States is the world’s largest producer of cranberries. The state of Wisconsin alone produced 4.1 million barrels in 2021.H. pylori is a common infection-causing bacteria. ‘Studies have suggested that A-type proanthocyanidins may prevent H. pylori from attaching to the stomach lining,’ he says. ‘One study suggested that 500ml of cranberry juice daily may significantly reduce H. pylori infections, which are a cause of peptic ulcer disease and gastric cancer.’ 8. Cranberry juice fights age-related damage The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: “Higher Anthocyanin Intake Is Associated with Lower Arterial Stiffness and Central Blood Pressure in Women.” Vitamin C also helps you heal after injuries, produce collagen, absorb iron, and boosts your immune system. Cranberries may help to ward off type 2 diabetes due to their high polyphenol content – including quercitin, procyanadins and anthocyanins. ‘A study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that drinking 240ml of cranberry juice twice a day could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease,’ says Hobson. ‘The polyphenols found in cranberry juice were thought to help protect cells from damage and disease.’ 12. Cranberry juice may reduce flu virus severity

Cranberry has long been linked to helping defeat urinary tract infections, and recent research is beginning to bear this out. Cranberry juice might not be as popular as orange or apple juice, but it’s a delicious beverage with many health benefits. Some people drink it to help prevent urinary tract infections. While this is one of the most common reasons why people drink it, cranberry juice offers several other health benefits. Nutrition Information Free radicals are produced naturally in the body as a by-product of metabolism,’ says Hobson. ‘When free radicals outweigh antioxidants in the body, it can lead to oxidative stress, which has the potential to cause cell and tissue damage – contributing to diseases such as heart disease and cancer. ’In addition to antioxidants, cranberry juice offers small amounts of several vitamins and minerals, including: Journal of Food Science: “Comparison of Health-Relevant Flavonoids in Commonly Consumed Cranberry Products.” Here’s what we know so far about cranberry and cranberry juice benefits: 1. Cranberry juice is high in vitamin C It has been suggested that the compounds proanthocyanidins may be responsible for the natural antimicrobial properties of cranberries, and that together with other compounds found in the fruit they contribute to mechanisms which may underlie potential clinical benefits on gastrointestinal infections,’ says Hobson.