Description
Organic Cranberry Juice Powder Extract is a veritable superberry packed with antioxidants and nutrients. The ruby red cold resistant berry is found in all temperate climates worldwide. It is rich in vitamin A, C, E, along with anthocyanins, hippuric acid, catechins, and vaccinium. Because of this it is an effective antioxidant with an antimicrobial effect. The extract contains proanthocyanidins that protect our cells from attacks by free radicals.
The proanthocyanidins in organic cranberry juice powder also play a role in the maintenance of elastin and stabilization of collagen, which are two critical proteins in connective tissue that support organs, joints, blood vessels, and muscle. Preliminary research suggest these compounds have an anti-mutagenic effect. Moreover, the extract can soften capillaries, minimize eye strain, improve eyesight, delay neuronal aging, and improve heart health. It has curative effect on immunity diseases of blood capillary.
The most well-known antioxidant polyphenols in the berry are quercetin, myricetin, peonidin, ursolic acid, and A-type proanthocyanidins. Quercetin is associated with health benefits, such as reducing fat oxidation and LDL cholesterol levels. Myricetin has an antiviral effect, but is also useful for protecting neurons against oxidative stressors. Peonidin and cyanidin are both anthocyanidins and the pigments that give the deep red color to cranberries. Ursolic acid is a triterpene compound often used in traditional herbal medicines due to the strong anti-inflammatory effects. Finally, A-type proanthocyanidins are polyphenols believed to be effective against urinary tract infections.
Function
- Cranberries contain various antioxidants that may be beneficial for heart health. These include anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins and quercetin. In human studies, cranberry juice and extracts have proven beneficial for various heart disease risk factors. They seems to help by increasing the levels of good HDL cholesterol and decreasing the bad LDL cholesterol, by reducing stiffness in blood vessels, in lowering blood pressure and the levels of homocysteine.
- UTIs are among the most common bacterial infections — especially among women. They’re most often caused by the intestinal bacterium Escherichia coli, which attaches itself to the inner surface of the bladder and urinary tract. Organic cranberry juice powder contains unique phytonutrients known as A-type proanthocyanidins. These prevent E. coli from attaching to the lining of your bladder and urinary tract, making them a preventive measure against UTIs.
- The bioflavonoids in organic cranberry juice powder provides a strong resistance to attacks from free radicals and it appears these substances may reduce the risk for dementia.
- Stomach cancer is a common cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Infection by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori is considered a major cause of it, along with stomach inflammation and ulcers. Cranberries are a rich source A-type proanthocyanidins, which may cut your risk of stomach cancer by preventing H. pylori from attaching to the lining of your stomach.
Suggested use
Take a few teaspoons daily as a dietary supplement or mix the powder with water or in a smoothie.
Ingredients
Organic Cranberry Juice Powder (Vaccinium Oxycoccos). Spray dried.
Suggestions
A few products with some similarities are Maqui, Schisandra, Noni, Blueberry, Cranberry, Lingonberry, Acai Berry, Goji, Goji Juice, Red Coffee Berry, Acerola Cherry, Sea Buckthorn Juice, and Pomegranate.
Disclaimer
The various effects are not guaranteed and results may vary due to several factors between different people.
We strive to ensure the accuracy of the information provided by the manufacturers and recommend that you read all labels and warnings. However, the information is not a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.