| While many things in life are unpredictable, there's | | | | generally good for periodontal health. |
| one thing you can be sure of-cranberries are | | | | 5. Reducing Cancer- Cranberry extracts may |
| among the top foods with proven health benefits. | | | | have a role in inhibiting some types of cancers. |
| Most of you only know that cranberries are good | | | | Fresh cranberries are at their peak now through |
| when we get stuck with a urinary tract infection | | | | December. Choose cranberries that are deep red |
| (the juice reduces the number of bacteria that | | | | and firm. The deeper the red, the better they are |
| adheres to the urinary tract lining.) However, | | | | for you. Cranberries are powerful antioxidants and |
| cranberries are also a healthy, low-calorie fruit | | | | have anti-inflammatory benefits. They're rich in |
| holding these other 5 benefits: | | | | vitamin C and believed to have infection fighting |
| 1. Reduces Cholesterol- Laboratory results have | | | | properties. |
| shown that cranberry extract reduces the | | | | If you want to try something festive, here's a |
| oxidation of "bad cholesterol." | | | | simple recipe by Chef Mark Goodwin, CEC, CNC, |
| 2. Prevents Ulcers- New studies have shown that | | | | from Produce for Better Health Foundation: |
| this fruit has the ability to prevent peptic ulcers | | | | "Mix 1 cup of 100% mixed cranberry juice, 2 cups |
| by inhibiting the adhesion of bacteria to certain | | | | frozen strawberries without sugar, and 6 ounces |
| parts of the stomach. | | | | of low-fat vanilla yogurt. Blend until smooth and |
| 3. Anti-Aging- Exciting new research has shown | | | | enjoy! Also, you can make a cranberry martini or |
| that cranberries can help with memory and | | | | drop dried cranberries into champagne for an |
| coordination. | | | | extra zest at your holiday party." |
| 4. Oral Health- A compound in cranberries | | | | Have a berry delightful holiday! |
| prevents plaque formation on teeth, and is | | | | |