Rich in Antioxidants
Cranberry juice is high in powerful phytochemicals that work as antioxidants, such as vitamins E and C and quercetin. Antioxidants protect the body from cell damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals promote aging and may be possible causes of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
Unlike vitamins C and E, quercetin is a flavonoid or plant pigment found in berries like cranberries and other plant-based foods like onions, red wine, apples, and green tea. Quercetin works as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant for the body and helps kill cancer cells, reduce swelling, prevent heart disease, control blood sugar, and so much more.
According to a study in the Journal of Nutrition, cranberries may aid cancer prevention through dietary modifications. Although eating a variety of whole fruits, vegetables, and berries is linked to a lower risk of cancer, there isn’t any solid proof that cranberry juice or cranberries can prevent cancer on their own. On the other hand, consuming a healthy amount of cranberry juice is still encouraged as a dietary change in preventing cancer.
