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CRANTASTIC!
Cranberries, the little red berries that pack a powerful prevention punch. Take a look at the health benefits of eating (and drinking) cranberries.
- Urinary tract infections - Cranberries contain flavonoids that prevent bacteria from sticking to urinary tract walls.
- Stomach ulcers - Compounds in cranberries may be helpful in eliminating the bacteria that cause stomach ulcers.
- Heart disease - The juice of cranberries, like red wine and the juice of Concord grapes, protects your heart.
- Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's - It is thought compounds in cranberries act as antioxidants to protect your brain from oxidative and inflammatory damage.
- (Source: Cranberry Institute press release - 10/23/01) For more information on nutrition or healthy eating, contact: Leah McGrath, RD,LDN. - Ingles Corporate Dietitian 828-699-2941 x 470 (or 828-296-9426) 888-382-3799. Have a healthy day!
This is general information only and should not replace advice or instructions given to you by your physician.