The use of cranberry juice can contribute to the normalization of blood pressure. It is reported by Daily Express with reference to the study of scientists whose results were published in the European Journal of Nutrition magazine.
The basis of scientific work was for 45 research data. It turned out that, in average, systolic pressure in the given drink consulted decreased by 1.52 millimeters of mercury pillars, and diastolic – by 1.78 millimeters of mercury pillar.
In addition, scientists from the University of Laval in Canada stated that cranberry juice has a positive effect on blood cholesterol. In their opinion, such an effect is due to polyphenol compounds contained in the berry. It is also noted that this drink is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Earlier, the doctor and TV host Sergey Agapkin said that the cranberry and various additives from it are used as cystitis therapy. He stressed that the benefits of this berry confirmed the leading world scientists: the reception of cranberries is included in many international clinical guidelines for the treatment of infectious diseases of the urinary tract.