The Cranberry Institute has released a digital resource reviewing research on the health benefits of cranberries.
Called "The Berry Best Guidebook," the 20-page online document looks at new research uncovering new potential benefits, according to a news release.
"The benefits of daily cranberry consumption on prevention of urinary tract infections have been well-established in numerous meta-analyses of clinical trials," Amy Howell, a retired associate research scientist from Rutgers University, said in the release. "However, research is indicating that cranberries can have positive effects on a number of other important health targets, including improvements in the gut microbiome and reducing risk factors for stomach ulcers and heart disease."
"The Berry Best Guidebook" includes access to research including:
- Stomach — suppression of H. pylori.
- Gut microbiome.
- Urinary tract health.
- Support of nerve cells and cognition.
- Oral health.
- Cardiometabolic health.
- Lower overall mortality risk.
- Cardiovascular health.
- Diabetes and blood sugar management.
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease management.
- Anticancer.
- Immunity and virus management.
While most cranberries are harvested between September and October in the U.S., all forms of cranberry (juice, fresh, sauce or dried berries) are healthy and can be enjoyed year-round, the release said.