Cranberry juice a detoxifier?!
Cranberry juice a detoxifier?
Does cranberry juice help to detox? I've had headaches every day since i've started drinking cranberry juice past couple of days. I've been going to the bathroom more than usual.
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Study Provides New Evidence That Cranberry Juice May Help Fight Heart Disease
Science Daily ― NEW ORLEANS, March 24 There's more good news about cranberry juice: Based on human studies, researchers have found that drinking three glasses a day significantly raises levels of "good cholesterol" in the blood and increases plasma antioxidant levels, reducing the risk of heart disease.
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Although researchers have long suspected, based on laboratory tests, that the antioxidant-rich juice may help lower risk factors for heart disease, no human studies had established such a link until now. Their findings, the first long-term study of the effect of cranberry juice on cholesterol levels, were described today at the 225th national meeting of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society.
"This study gives consumers another reason to consider drinking cranberry juice, which has more health benefits than previously believed. People should consider drinking it with their meals, perhaps as an alternative to soda," says Joe Vinson, Ph.D., the study's lead author and a professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton in Scranton, Penn.
Besides heart benefits, previous studies have shown that cranberries can help prevent urinary tract infections and may reduce the risk of gum disease, stomach ulcers and cancer.
In the current study, Vinson measured cholesterol levels in nineteen subjects with high cholesterol after a fasting, baseline blood sampling, followed by monthly samplings. Ten of the subjects were given cranberry juice with artificial sweetener but without high fructose corn syrup, while the other subjects drank cranberry juice with no added sugars. The drinks tested all contained approximately 27 percent pure cranberry juice by volume, like the common supermarket variety.
Each subject was fed one glass (8 ounces) of juice a day for the first month, then two glasses a day for the next month, and three glasses a day during the third month of the study. Subjects were not monitored with respect to exercise, diet and alcohol consumption, the researcher says.
While there were no changes in overall cholesterol levels, good cholesterol (high density lipoprotein, or HDL) appeared to significantly increase by an average of 10 percent after three servings of juice per day. Based on known epidemiological data on heart disease, this increase corresponds to an approximate 40 percent reduction in heart disease risk, says Vinson.
Plasma antioxidant capacity, a measure of the total amount of antioxidants available for the body, was significantly increased by as much as 121 percent after 2 or 3 servings of juice per day, he says. Like elevated levels of good cholesterol, increased antioxidant levels are also associated with a decreased risk of heart disease.
The mechanism by which cranberry juice changes cholesterol levels has not been clearly established. Vinson suspects that the effect may have to do with the fruit's high levels of polyphenols, a type of potent antioxidant. Previous studies by the researcher have shown that cranberries have among the highest levels of phenols in comparison to 20 of the most commonly consumed fruits.
Eventually, Vinson plans to test the effect of cranberry juice consumption on subjects with normal cholesterol levels. To get the most health benefit from the juice, the researcher recommends drinking a low sugar version that contains an artificial sweetener.
If you don't like cranberry juice, there are other heart-healthy alternatives. A recent study by another researcher showed that drinking three cups of orange juice per day similarly increased levels of good cholesterol. Unlike cranberry juice, however, it did not appear to increase plasma antioxidant capacity, says Vinson.
As both juices are healthy, he suggests that people may want to include both types as part of their daily diet.
Grape juice, another breakfast favorite, increases plasma antioxidant capacity but appears to lower the level of good cholesterol, according to another study by Vinson.
There are many other types of juice whose effect on cholesterol levels is not known, he adds. But don't forget exercise: Studies have shown that vigorous aerobic exercise has also been linked to increases in good cholesterol, says Vinson.
The current study underscores government health recommendations that people should eat more fruits and vegetables to help maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
The Cranberry Institute provided funding for this study.
Note: This story has been adapted from a news release issued by American Chemical Society
______________________________... juice is said to be good for you for several reasons, the best of which is that it tastes nice! It can be rather bitter; so it is wise to ensure that your brand is not full of sugar or your dentist will not be too impressed with you.
Cranberry juice is often suggested for women who are suffering from either pain on passing urine or frequency of passing urine; these symptoms will usually be attributed to cystitis,">href="/diseases/facts/cystitis... although there may not be any infection present. The juice has a high vitamin C content, and it is said to acidify the urine and thereby reduce the frequency of developing infections.
It is very common for women to develop ‘cystitis’, and I do urge you to have a check to ensure that you do not have a urinary tract infection. Sometimes the symptoms of ‘cystitis’ occur immediately after or towards the end of a period, this can be related to the use of tampons. Probably a more common cause, although it is rarely discussed, is the occurrence of symptoms 24-48 hours after intercourse. It may well be that cranberry juice will help. But, if you continue to have symptoms that are originating in the lower urinary tract, these really should be assessed by your GP, and possibly a urologist.
It is probably nothing to worry about, but do visit your doctor for a chat and a check up.
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Cranberry juice, the tart drink long touted as a treatment for urinary tract infections, also can take a bite out of tooth decay.
A team led by oral biologist Hyun Koo, at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York, found that cranberry juice protects teeth against Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria responsible for dental cavities. Streptococcus mutans create most cavities by eating sugars and then excreting acids that cause dental decay.
The researchers found that cranberry juice disrupts the formation of plaque’s building block, known as a glucan. Bacteria use enzymes to build dental plaque, which covers teeth and gives bacteria a haven to thrive and produce acid. Cranberry juice inhibits those enzymes and stops additional bacteria from sticking to the tooth, thus preventing bacteria from forming plaque.
“Something in the cranberry juice disarms the pathogens that cause tooth decay,” Koo said.
Rather than advocate mass consumption of cranberry juice to prevent tooth decay, Koo is working with researchers at Rutgers University to isolate the compounds within the juice that pack an anti-cavity punch.
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yup it's apparently a good laxative
It very good for your livers especially for your urinary tract system.
Here is some info I have found
Native Americans used cranberries for both food and medicine. The berries were enjoyed either raw or sweetened with maple sugar. In addition, they used them in sauces, breads, and puddings. Cranberries were also used in poultices for treating wounds. Cranberry leaves were typically used for diarrhea and urinary disorders. The sailors during Colonial days used cranberries to prevent scurvy.
Today the cranberry is available in a variety of products, such as frozen cranberries, cranberry juice and juice cocktails, cranberry sauce, and capsules containing cranberry powder. The most popular form of cranberries is the sweetened cranberry cocktail that contains about 30 percent cranberry juice. Apple cranberry and other cranberry drinks contain only about 10 percent juice.
Cranberries are distinguished by their extremely sour taste, because of their low sugar and high-acid content. Cranberries are rich in citric, malic, quinic, and other acids. They also contain flavonoids, anthocyanins, ellagic acid, and vitamin C. Because of their tannin content the berries possess a natural astringency.
Help for Infections
Cranberries have long been considered valuable for maintaining the health of the urinary tract. The juice has been widely used for the prevention, treatment, and symptomatic relief of urinary tract infections.
It was commonly believed that cranberry juice was effective because it acidified the urine. The high acidity was believed to prevent bacterial growth. However, recent research supports the notion that cranberries contain substances that prevent the adhesion of Escherichia coli and other bacteria to the lining of the urinary tract. The bacteria adhere to the urinary tract by way of many fimbriae, hairlike projections on the surface of the bacteria. This allows the bacteria to colonize in large numbers and produce an infection. Recently researchers identified proanthocyanidins in cranberry juice that inhibit the E. coli from adhering to the lining.
Common Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) pose a serious health problem affecting millions of Americans every year. UTIs are more prevalent among women than men, and many women will develop several UTIs in their lifetime. The risk of a UTI increases with advancing age and is greatest among institutionalized older women. In addition, people with diabetes are at higher risk for UTIs.
Symptoms commonly experienced with a UTI include painful urination, the need to urinate frequently, a cloudy urine, and lower back pain. If a UTI is untreated, more serious complications may develop. If they occur during a pregnancy, the infection may cause a preterm delivery.
Clinical Studies
A group of 153 elderly women living in a nursing home experienced on average a 50 percent reduction in the bacterial load and white blood cell count in their urine after daily consuming 10 ounces of cranberry juice cocktail for six months. The elderly women also had a greater possibility of being free of the infection than similar women not using the cranberry juice. Capsules containing cranberry concentrate can also be effective. Women who took two 400-milligram capsules of cranberry powder daily or 3 months experienced a significant decrease in risk of UTIs.
Cranberry juice is also effective in reducing urinary odors in bedridden patients who have urinary infections and are incontinent. Nursing home personnel have observed a decrease in urine odor in the geriatric wards of a nursing home following the regular drinking of two glasses of cranberry juice by the patients. In addition, patients complained less about a burning sensation when they urinated.
What About Other Fruits?
The blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum), a close relative of the cranberry, is also a good source of the proanthocyanidins that inhibit the colonization of certain bacteria. On the other hand, orange, grapefruit, pineapple, guava, and mango juices do not possess any antiadhesion properties.
Other Protective Effects
The cranberry appears to possess other benefits for human health. Helicobacter pylori is the major cause of gastric and duodenal ulcers. This bacterium penetrates the mucous lining of the gastrointestinal system and adheres to the underlying epithelial layer. Recently it was found that a cranberry fraction disabled some strains of Helicobacter pylori so that they could not stick to the epithelial surface. Through this mechanism cranberries could help prevent ulcers. A cranberry mixture also reduces the stickiness of oral bacteria and may be useful for delaying the development of dental plaque and gum disease.
Cranberry juice may also prevent the formation of certain types of kidney stones. A glass or two of cranberry juice every day for one to two weeks will increase the acidity of the urine and decrease the risk of a kidney stone forming. In addition, cranberry juice does not contain high levels of oxalate, a substance that can promote the formation of kidney stones.
Protection Against Chronic Disease
Cranberries are rich in polyphenolic antioxidants that protect against cancer and cardiovascular disease. The proanthocyanidins and other compounds inhibit the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, while cranberry powder has been observed to decrease the LDL cholesterol levels of animals with elevated blood cholesterol levels. The proanthocyanidins in cranberries and blueberries are known to inhibit tumor growth.
Safe Dosage
For the prevention or treatment of UTIs a daily glass of cranberry juice, one to three cups of cranberry juice cocktail, or 10 to 12 capsules of cranberry powder are recommended. Generally, there are no side effects. However, drinking 3 or more liters of cranberry juice per day can produce diarrhea and other gastrointestinal effects. Lesser amounts may increase the frequency of bowel movements. It is important that a patient with a UTI see their physician.
normal for the bathroom, just dont drink 2 much!
almost all kind of natural fruit juice is detoxifier agent, just enough drinking don't to much. Dont worry be happy my friend.
yes definitely, also eat grapefruits, and take garlic pills. The best detox out there
apple juice tastes better................Have u seen the remote???
I dont' know why Cranberry Juice would make you poop like crazy but hey whatever floats your boat!