Cranberry Fruit Powder Extract 10:1

Cranberry is a relatively small, red berry which grows on low-hanging vines in temperate zones in many regions of the United States and other parts of the world. Cranberry is a member of the same family of plants as bilberry and blueberry. Cranberry can be taken as a juice, the whole berry, or from an extract. For maximum health benefit, cranberry juice should be unsweetened. The active ingredients in cranberry include chemical compounds called proanthocyanidins. Proanthocyanidins are potent antioxidants that appear to be able to decrease bacterial adherence to the bladder epithelium cells. The main benefit of this action is that bacteria have less likelihood of grouping together to cause bladder infection, urinary track infections and other related conditions. Cranberries have several health benefits, especially for people with liver cirrhosis. Here’s how they might help:

1. Liver Health & Antioxidants

• Cranberries are rich in antioxidants (polyphenols, anthocyanins, and vitamin C), which may help reduce liver inflammation and oxidative stress.

• Some studies suggest they might protect against fatty liver disease and fibrosis progression in cirrhosis.

2. Urinary Tract Health

• Cranberries help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by stopping bacteria (like E. coli) from sticking to the bladder wall.

• This is helpful because cirrhosis increases infection risks.

3. Heart & Circulation Benefits

• They may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, which is beneficial since cirrhosis can affect circulation.