Botanical name: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Other name: American cranberry, black cranberry, European cranberry, low cranberry, mossberry, Oxycoccus macrocarpus, trailing swamp cranberry, Vaccinium edule, Vaccinium erythrocarpum, vaccinium macrocarpon, Vaccinium occycoccus, and Vaccinium vitis.
Cranberry extract originates from a diminutive, well-established plant cultivated across North America. It holds a significant legacy of usage among Native American communities, particularly for addressing kidney-related issues. The juice extracted from fresh cranberries and components of the fruit (berry) are employed medicinally. Primarily, cranberry is recognized for its role in protecting and treating urinary tract infections (UTIs). While cranberry juice appears to be beneficial in preventing UTIs, its efficacy in treating them directly remains inconclusive thus far.
Medicinal Uses:
- Helps promote bladder health
- Protects against stomach ulcers
- Fights cavities
- May prevent cancer
- Antibacterial effects
- Rich in antioxidants
- Aids absorption of vitamin B12
- May reduce bad cholesterol
