Why Cranberries Are Autumn's Hidden Health Powerhouse

In the fall, fresh berries are in short supply. Cranberries are among them. You can still find them in the woods in October. Assistant of the polyclinic therapy department of the Clinical Medicine Institute of the Pirogov University, Yulia Makhova, **told** about the benefits of cranberries.

This is indeed a unique plant, the doctor asserts. And what's interesting, it's beneficial both in its berries and leaves.

"Cranberries contain a huge amount of vitamin C, carotene, iron, copper. There are also tannins, flavonoids, metilarbutin. They protect our body from cobalt or mercury poisoning. Vitamin C stimulates immunity and protects against colds and other inflammatory diseases," explained Makhova.

It's best to use cranberries fresh, of course. This way, more vitamin C and other substances are preserved. After heat treatment, there are significantly fewer vitamins. The same goes for freezing. You can use infusions, and also jam and compotes, which are good for children.

Cranberries are often added as a spice to side dishes and meat. Infusions can be used to improve the condition of the scalp, they help get rid of dandruff and stimulate hair growth.

Against inflammation and microbes

First of all, cranberries are recommended for people with kidney disease - due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect.

It's also beneficial for people with gastritis and low acidity.

Cranberries are good as an addition to treatment when a patient has inflammation. It reduces temperature.

People with gout and kidney stones are also recommended cranberries.

This berry also has an antiparasitic effect. Jam made from cranberries on honey helps with prostatitis.

Interesting fact: cranberries can live up to 300 years. Therefore, it is considered a plant that gives immortality.