Improves Heart Health
According to a study, consuming two glasses of cranberry juice daily can provide outstanding heart health benefits. During the study, the researchers provided cranberry juice to some of the 56 individuals. Meanwhile, a placebo with a similar taste to the juice was given to the others. They do so twice daily for around eight weeks. The results show that those who consumed cranberry juice have reduced risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
The 56 participants in the research included 26 men and 30 women. Each glass they consumed contained 8 ounces of cranberry juice that was served to them during dinner and breakfast. The cranberry juice given to some of them has 27% cranberry extract sweetened using sucralose and nutrients that most commercially available cranberry juice has. Meanwhile, the placebo given to others contained the same calorie, artificial color, and flavor to match real cranberry juice.
In addition, cranberry juice is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and phytonutrients that help fight blood vessels and artery damage. Damaged arteries can encourage plaque buildup, resulting in atherosclerosis.
