What is Cranberry Extract?
Cranberry is a berry of a perennial flowering plant in the heather family that has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is used for consumption and as a remedy due to the entire complex of beneficial substances it consists of. Cranberry contains phytoncides, various acids, pectin, pigments, tannins, nitrogenous substances, glucose, and fructose.
Based on the amount of mineral salts and biologically active supplements in its composition, this berry is considered the most beneficial among wild berries. It contains iron, calcium, potassium, manganese, lead, copper, magnesium, barium, iodine, silver, and vitamins (C, B1, B2, K, PP).
Benefits of Cranberry
Cranberry is known for its beneficial properties. Its healing properties are attributed to a large amount of mineral substances. Cranberry is used as an antipyretic, bactericidal, toning, and thirst-quenching remedy. It is used for:
- preventing and efficiently treating the diseases of the urinary bladder, kidneys, and urinary tract;
- preventing kidney stones;
- treating inflammatory processes occurring in the female genital area.
Cranberry possesses diuretic and antibacterial properties; it also contributes to absorbing harmful substances that cause gum diseases, gastric ulcers, and urinary tract infections. Cranberry extract might improve the results of treating cardiovascular deceases, kidneys, metabolic disorders, lowering blood pressure and fighting free radicals.
Uses of Cranberry Extract
Cranberry in supplements is used according to the indications in the instruction or doctor’s recommendations. You should not exceed the recommended dose.
Cranberry side effects and overdose
Cranberry might cause side effects, such as diarrhoea and allergic reactions (itchiness, hives, skin rashes, angioedema, etc.). It can happen due to individual intolerance of the components that make up the biologically active supplement. In this case, you should stop using the supplement immediately. Cases of overdose have not been recorded.