Dried cranberries, a healthy and delicious option to stay healthy

Cranberries are round, small, red fruits that grow on bushes native to North America and Canada. These tiny fruits have an intense and slightly acidic flavor. Cranberries are mainly consumed dehydrated , as it is the best way to preserve their properties intact for months. The benefits of cranberries were already known by the native Indians who lived in northern America and Canada, who used them to remedy numerous urinary diseases. Numerous scientific studies have proven that some of the chemical components present in cranberries prevent bacteria that cause urinary problems (such as E. Coli) from adhering to the cells of our body. For this reason, cranberries are a powerful antibacterial against diseases such as cystitis, urinary infections, prostate infections and kidney stones. In addition, these fruits are rich in vitamin C, an excellent antioxidant to protect us from premature aging and to strengthen our defenses. Apart from vitamin C, cranberries also stand out for their content of other vitamins such as A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and E. Cranberries are a source of salicylic acid, which helps reduce joint swelling and also prevents blood clotting. These small fruits are also a source of soluble fiber, which prevents the accumulation of bad cholesterol in the arteries and helps maintain good cardiovascular health. Thanks to their multiple antioxidant properties and low fat content, dried cranberries are the healthiest and most delicious option to keep us healthy and protected from multiple diseases. We recommend taking a handful of these dehydrated fruits daily, alone, in desserts, with yogurt, in fruit salad or as part of muesli.