Health Hotline Magazine | September 2022

HARNESS THE POWER OF CRANBERRY FOR IMMUNITY & COGNITION by Liz Mueller

T hough the vibrant red cranberry is mostly associated with the holidays, when it comes to our health, they are a true superfood—in fact, native to North America, they are America’s original superfood! Besides their incredible track record for preventing and treating urinary tract infections (UTIs), there are two additional health benefits that warrant adding cranberry supplements to your vitamin routine: immune support and maintaining a healthy aging brain. It’s no wonder we’re falling in love with this tiny, mighty little berry all over again and why you will, too!

Stay Well With Super Nutrient Cranberries Each year, seasonal influenza viruses lead to miserable symptoms and lost days from work and play. However, there is exciting new research on proanthocyanidins, the bioactive compounds in cranberries that are potent antivirals and appear to be e ective in preventing the spread of the flu. In one in vitro study researchers discovered that cranberry extract inhibited both influenza A and B virus replication. Interestingly, the same anti-adhesive activities of cranberry against bacteria in the urinary tract, which make it one of the best supplements for a urinary tract infection, may also help it prevent viral attachment to healthy cells within the body.

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