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Cranberry

Vaccinium macrocarpon

Urinary

Cranberry is traditionally used for urinary tract support routines. Most modern evidence focuses on preventing recurrent UTIs rather than treating active infections.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used for urinary tract support (educational use).
Often used for prevention-style routines.
Used as juice, capsules, and teas.

Common Issues It May Help With

Urinary tract support routines (traditional use).
Recurring UTI prevention routines (traditional use).
Bladder comfort routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Juice: unsweetened is best (sweetened defeats the purpose).
Capsules: common for consistent dosing.
Tea: less common; blends exist.

Taste / Notes

Very tart.

Evidence Level

Moderate modern evidence for UTI prevention in some populations.

Cautions

Not a replacement for antibiotics for active UTIs.

Interactions

Use caution with blood thinners (e.g., warfarin).

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