cranberry

The large-fruited cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) or craneberry is also known outside of the USA and Canada primarily as the cranberry. The plant is an evergreen dwarf shrub that spreads along the ground with creeping branches. As the thin branches grow quickly and without limit, over time a carpet structure develops in which individual plants can no longer be recognized. The leaves have a leathery surface, are 1 to 2 cm long and taper to a point. Cherry-like fruits develop from the pink-white flowers, which contain air chambers. This makes them lighter than water. This property is used during harvesting by flooding the plantations, then separating the berries from the branches and picking them up floating on the surface of the water.

The bright red Cranberry , also known in Germany as large-fruited cranberry or craneberry, was already used by the American Natives as a natural remedy.

Cranberry is used both to prevent and to support Urinary tract infections . Older women and pregnant women in particular benefit from the bright red berry, as they suffer from bladder infections more often than average. The relapse rate in women who suffer from bladder infections more frequently is said to be significantly reduced with regular consumption of the fruit juice.

The antibacterial effect of the ingredients of the cranberry, which is closely related to the European lingonberry, has now been confirmed in numerous scientific studies. Special secondary plant substances in the cranberries, the so-called proanthocyanidins, can prevent inflammation-causing bacteria from docking on the mucous membranes of the urinary tract using an anti-adhesion mechanism.

Cranberries are also rich in antioxidants such as Vitamin C , zinc and Selenium , which supports the body's defense system. For prevention, 200 milliliters of cranberry juice twice a day are recommended. Alternatively, Cranberry capsules be used.

The cranberry comes from North America and was already valued by the indigenous people there. It prefers wet and acidic locations, such as raised bogs. Due to these special location factors, it was not able to spread widely. However, it can also be found in some German and Dutch bogs and also in England, where it occurs as a neophyte. Large areas of cultivation in Europe can be found in Latvia.

In culinary terms, the cranberry is particularly popular as a dried snack. It can be found in muesli or berry mixes. It is also suitable for making compote or juice. As an ingredient in baking, it is increasingly replacing raisins because it has a more bitter taste.

In addition to very high amounts of vitamin C and vitamin A, cranberries also contain a lot of iron and plenty of polyphenols and flavonoids. Of particular interest are the proanthocyanidins, which act as powerful antioxidants. Consuming cranberry juice is recommended primarily to prevent cystitis, to boost the immune system and as a vegan source of iron. A guideline from the European Society of Urology mentions cranberry products as a mild alternative to antibiotics for the prevention of urinary tract infections.

The bright red Cranberry , also known in Germany as large-fruited cranberry or craneberry, was already used by the American Natives as a natural remedy.

Cranberry is used both to prevent and to support Urinary tract infections . Older women and pregnant women in particular benefit from the bright red berry, as they suffer from bladder infections more often than average. The relapse rate in women who suffer from bladder infections more frequently is said to be significantly reduced with regular consumption of the fruit juice.

The antibacterial effect of the ingredients of the cranberry, which is closely related to the European lingonberry, has now been confirmed in numerous scientific studies. Special secondary plant substances in the cranberries, the so-called proanthocyanidins, can prevent inflammation-causing bacteria from docking on the mucous membranes of the urinary tract using an anti-adhesion mechanism.

Cranberries are also rich in antioxidants such as Vitamin C , zinc and Selenium , which supports the body's defense system. For prevention, 200 milliliters of cranberry juice twice a day are recommended. Alternatively, Cranberry capsules be used.

May we introduce? The Cranberry (large-fruited Cranberry). Let us guide you through the realm of small berries and unusual power that nature has to offer us. The cranberry may be small, but it is in many ways O-ho!

Foods like lemonade, alcohol or chips contain hardly any nutrients but a lot of calories. The opposite is " superfoods ". They give you energy and strengthen your immune system without burdening you with carbohydrates. The cranberry is a very special fruit. It is rare to find so many valuable ingredients in such a small space. It is no wonder that the red fruit has conquered the palates of health-conscious connoisseurs in Germany over the last few years.

In the past, the cranberry was a niche product in health food stores. At that time, it was generally sold as a red lingonberry or cultivated cranberry. However, the fruit, which comes from America, is more closely related to the blueberry, which, like the lingonberry, belongs to the heath family.

The cranberry

This cranberry is an evergreen dwarf shrub that spreads along the ground with creeping branches. As the thin branches grow quickly and without limit, over time a carpet structure is created in which individual plants can no longer be recognized. The leaves have a leathery surface, are 1 to 2 cm long and taper to a point. The pink-white flowers develop into cherry-like fruits that contain air chambers. This makes them lighter than water, which is exploited during harvesting by flooding the plantations, then separating the berries from the branches and picking them up floating on the surface of the water.

Distribution of the cranberry

The cranberry comes from North America. It prefers wet and acidic locations, such as raised bogs. Due to these special location factors, it has not been able to spread widely. However, it can also be found in some German and Dutch bogs and also in England, where it occurs as a neophyte. Large areas of cultivation in Europe can be found in Latvia.

How to use cranberry

In culinary terms, the cranberry is particularly popular as a dried snack. It can be found in muesli or berry mixes. It is also suitable for making compote or juice. As an ingredient in baking, it is increasingly replacing raisins because it has a more bitter taste.

Micronutrients are what count

The so-called Main nutrients the cranberries are not very impressive. 100g of fresh cranberries only contain:

• 0.2g fat
• 12g carbohydrates (of which 4g sugar)
• 0.4g protein

What makes the small fruits so valuable, however, is their high content of Micronutrients . These include a lot of Iron and lots of vitamin C and A also vitamin B6 , pectins, Polyphenols, flavonoids and anthocyanins, which give the berry its color and a large part of its health benefits. Above all, however, cranberries contain Proanthocyanidins (PAC) – tannins that have a strong antioxidant effect and protect the organism from free radicals.

We offer you the power of the red berry in the form of a high-quality extract. Each capsule of cranberry contains 145 mg of the valuable active ingredients, including 36.25 mg of PAC, which support your health as powerful antioxidants. In addition to their ability to fight off free radicals, PAC have been proven to be anti-adhesive - they prevent certain bacteria from docking onto the mucous membranes by sticking their fimbriae together. To further enhance these positive effects, cranberry combines the ingredients of the cranberry with probiotic bacterial cultures. Each capsule - recommended daily dose - contains 25 mg Lactobacillus acidophilus .

Good to know : Pregnant women and women during and after menopause in particular benefit from the ingredients of cranberries, as their immune systems may be weakened.

• A healthy bladder is important to be able to enjoy everyday life actively and carefree.
• A strong bladder ensures quiet and restful nights.
• Avoid wearing damp clothes.
• Always keep your feet warm and dry.
• Avoid cooling down, for example after exercise.
• Drink plenty of water, herbal teas or fruit juice spritzers.
• Eat plenty of vegetables.
• Support your balanced diet with a high-quality cranberry extract and the PAC it contains. We naturally recommend our Medicom product.