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Cranberry (Fruit)

Vaccinium macrocarpon (fruit)

Foodurinaryantioxidantwomen-s-health

Cranberry is best known for urinary tract support. It’s commonly used to help reduce bacterial “sticking” in the urinary tract, especially as a preventive habit rather than a fast acute fix.

Key Benefits

May help support urinary tract health (especially prevention)
Rich in antioxidant compounds
Often used as juice, capsules, or dried fruit

Common Issues It May Help With

recurrent urinary discomfort (prevention support)
general antioxidant support

How To Use (Simple)

Capsules/extract: often preferred over sugary juice; follow label
Unsweetened juice: small amounts; watch sugar if diabetic
Food: dried cranberries (often sweetened) or whole berries

Taste / Notes

Tart, sour, fruity.

Evidence Level

Moderate evidence for urinary tract prevention support in some populations; results vary by product and dosing.

Cautions

Not a substitute for treatment of an active UTI. If you have fever, flank pain, or worsening symptoms, seek care. Watch sugar content in juices.

Interactions

May interact with warfarin/blood thinners in some cases—use caution and consult your clinician. If you are prone to kidney stones, discuss cranberry use with a clinician (oxalate content can matter for some people).

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