The cranberry may be America’s fruit, but the world embraces it as essential and uplifting for its tart yet refreshing taste and many health benefits.
Cranberries were first grown by Native Americans in the 16th century and used for food, drinks, fabric dye and medicines. Commercial cranberry cultivation started in the early 19th century. By 1940, canned jellied cranberry sauce had become a Thanksgiving staple.
Today, cranberries aren’t just for holidays. They are chopped, baked and blended in sauces, relishes, desserts, drinks, muffins, energy bars and smoothies. Dried cranberries are a trendy healthy snack, and cranberry powders and extracts are widely used in supplements. The essential oil derived from cranberry via cold pressing is commonly made into seed oils that restore damaged skin and hair.
Many people call cranberries a superfood because of their high nutrient and antioxidant content. Cranberries are widely known to lower risk of urinary tract infection, but research suggests they can also prevent certain cancers, improve immune function and decrease blood pressure. Cranberries are rich in manganese and vitamins C and K1, which collectively help maintain skin, muscle and bones, improve metabolism and aid with blood clotting.
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