{"id":161561,"date":"2022-08-05T17:15:24","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T11:45:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=161561"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:42:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:42:47","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/","title":{"rendered":"Cranberry Juice: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e8fa205b286\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e8fa205b286\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Nutritional_Value_of_Cranberry_Juice\" >Nutritional Value of Cranberry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Properties_of_Cranberry_Juice\" >Properties of Cranberry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Potential_Uses_of_Cranberry_Juice\" >Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#How_to_Use_Cranberry_Juice\" >How to Use Cranberry Juice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Side_Effects_of_Cranberry_Juice\" >Side Effects of Cranberry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Precautions_to_Take_with_Cranberry_Juice\" >Precautions to Take with Cranberry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\" >Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cranberry-juice\/#Reference\" >Reference<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cranberries are typically sour, a bit sweet and rarely bitter. These delicious little berries are considered a functional food. Add to your salads or simply grind them in a jar, cranberries make for excellent addition to any dish. Cranberry juice is a delicious beverage with an attractive bright red color thanks to the anthocyanin pigment present in it. It has high amount of acidity and tartness and less amount of sugars, making it a great combination with other sweet fruit juices<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cranberry juice can be easily made at home; you need fresh ripe cranberries. The juice can be obtained by cold pressing or simply blending the berries in a juicer. If you don\u2019t like their sour taste, add some sugar to cut through the sourness. You can also store the cranberry juice in a sealed dark container till you feel like sipping on it at a later time<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cranberry plant that produces these berries is an evergreen shrub mainly grown for its red, delicious cranberries. It is cultivated in North and South America, Great Britain, Australia, Newzealand and Europe. It is scientifically known as Vaccinium and belongs to the family Ericaceae<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s read more about this sweet and sour juice and its potential uses, benefits, and side effects.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group fact-box\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Did you know?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Cranberry juice consumers in the US have healthier macronutrient intakes and measures of body composition compared to non-consumers.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/cranberry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: NCCIH<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adult cranberry beverage consumers have higher carbohydrate and total sugar intake, but lower percent energy from protein and total fat.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3875910\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cranberry juice consumers have similar or lower calorie intake and similar or higher levels of polyphenols compared to other 100% fruit juices.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3875910\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Value_of_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Value of Cranberry Juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cranberries are healthy fruits with a whopping 85% water content. Cranberry juice has high nutritional value because of its chemical composition. It has a relatively low sugar content and a high amount of organic acids, vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, and anthocyanins<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>. It is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nutritional value of cranberry juice is as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Energy:<\/strong> 46 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fats:<\/strong> 0.13 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protein:<\/strong> 0.39 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugars:<\/strong> 12.1 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 12.2 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fibre:<\/strong> 0.1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zinc:<\/strong> 0.1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selenium:<\/strong> 0.1 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iron:<\/strong> 0.25 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium:<\/strong> 2 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Copper:<\/strong> 0.055 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calcium:<\/strong> 8 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Magnesium:<\/strong> 6 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potassium:<\/strong> 77 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phosphorus:<\/strong> 13 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B2:<\/strong> 0.018 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin E:<\/strong> 12 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B1:<\/strong> 0.009 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin C:<\/strong> 9.3 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B3:<\/strong> 0.091 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B9:<\/strong> 1 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B6:<\/strong> 0.052 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin K:<\/strong> 5.1 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin A:<\/strong> 45 IU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beta-carotene:<\/strong> 27 \u00b5g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Properties_of_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>Properties of Cranberry Juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cranberry juice is a rich source of valuable phytochemicals, such as vitamins and phenolic compounds, which may contribute to its biological properties listed below<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_161561\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_161561\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>It may have antioxidant activity\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have antimicrobial activity\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have anti-cancer activity\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have anti-inflammatory action\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have a cholesterol-lowering ability\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have a blood sugar-lowering activity\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have a blood pressure-lowering effect\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may be beneficial for heart health<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Back in the day, Native Americans used cranberries to tackle the damage done by arrow wounds. Cranberries were also used to dye rugs and blankets. Now, cranberries have shown a myriad of health benefits<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22593931\/\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Uses_of_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cranberry juice might be beneficial for health and may be recommended for daily use owing to its high nutritional profile. Some potential uses of cranberry juice are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-375x250.webp\" alt=\"bhadrasana for management of stress urinary incontinence in women\" class=\"wp-image-263002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/bhadrasana-for-management-of-stress-urinary-incontinence-in-women-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The most well-known benefits of cranberry juice are that it may be beneficial for urinary tract infections (UTI). The UTI incidence increases with age. Few antibiotics are proven effective, but they carry side effects too. Therefore, non-antibiotic strategies like drinking cranberry juice have been considered<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The health benefits of cranberry juice might be associated with the presence of A-type proanthocyanidins antioxidant. It may decrease the attachment activities of bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. The French Food Safety Authority (Apr 2004) statement suggests that proanthocyanidins from cranberries might help reduce the adhesion of certain E. coli types pathogenic bacteria to the urinary tract<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This information is insufficient because there is lack of studies in humans. We require more human trials to back this claim. Therefore, you should speak to your doctor and only then have cranberry juice for UTIs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice for Cholesterol<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-375x250.webp\" alt=\"cholesterol\" class=\"wp-image-258560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cholesterol-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The benefits of cranberry juice may be because of its antioxidant activity. Anthocyanins are important antioxidants that might be effective in lowering cholesterol levels. They play an important role in free-radical scavenging, which might benefit by reducing the low-density lipoproteins (the \u201dbad\u201d\u009d cholesterol) in the body and may help produce \u201dgood\u201d\u009d cholesterol<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this information is insufficient as these studies are not done on humans. Hence, more studies on humans are required to back this claim. Therefore, it is essential to first speak to your concerned doctors and only use cranberry juice as a medicine.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice for Dental Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-375x250.webp\" alt=\"dental issues\" class=\"wp-image-248385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060746\/dental-issuses-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The health benefits of cranberry juice may have potential uses in the management of dental disease. The antibacterial properties of cranberry juice might stop the sticking of bacteria to the surface tooth, which may be beneficial in decreasing the formation of dental plaques. However, this information is insufficient and requires more clinically tested proof on humans<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>Therefore, it is necessary to take a doctor\u2019s advice before using cranberry juice for dental health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Other Potential Uses of Cranberry Juice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"272\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-375x272.webp\" alt=\"cold\" class=\"wp-image-263575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-375x272.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-1024x743.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-768x557.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-480x348.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-661x480.webp 661w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm-150x109.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cold-warm.webp 1488w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The health benefit of cranberry juice might be seen in cold, flu, urinary and digestive problems<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In older times, sailors used cranberry juice to manage diseases like scurvy ( a vitamin C deficiency) given its high vitamin C content<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cranberry juice might be beneficial in lowering blood sugar levels in the body which has been seen in both in-vitro and animal studies<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drinking cranberry juice might show a reduction in urinary odour<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the benefits of drinking cranberry juice might be its use for lowering kidney stones. An old case study<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a> by Light et al. (1973) showed that people who drink cranberry juice show a reduction in urinary calcium excretion, which might be useful with recurrent renal stones.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cranberry juice may have anti-carcinogenic properties, which might be associated with its effects on enzymes important in carcinogenesis<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Though there are studies showing the benefits of cranberry juice in various conditions, these are insufficient, and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of cranberry juice on human health. Every person may respond differently to these herbs. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor before using cranberry juice for any medical condition as a replacement for conventional medical treatment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Cranberries may help improve digestive health for people consuming an animal-based diet. Cranberries do so by reducing the bad microbes found in the colon<a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/benefits-of-cranberries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>7<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>How to Use Cranberry Juice?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cranberry juice uses are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Cranberry juice can be used as a natural preservative in food<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can be used to make cranberry syrup and jams<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can be used as a fresh, delicious drink with sweeteners or mixed with other juices<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The concentrated cranberry juice can be diluted to make cranberry cocktails<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should consult an Ayurvedic physician before drinking cranberry juice on a daily basis. In addition, we recommend you do not replace or discontinue your ongoing medications with any herbal preparations without seeking the medical advice of a doctor. They will guide the best form and dosage in which the herb can be used per your health condition.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-carrot-beetroot-juice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Carrot Beetroot Juice: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of Cranberry Juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking cranberry juice every day in moderate volume has not shown any side effects<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>. However, excess consumption might be dangerous to health. The cranberry juice side effects are described as follows:\u00a0 Cranberry juice contains a high amount of oxalate and long-term intake may precipitate urinary stone formation, which might lead to kidney stones<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you already have kidney-related issues, we recommend you avoid having the juice. And if you experience such side effects, immediately seek medical attention from your physician. They will prescribe you a better treatment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_with_Cranberry_Juice\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take with Cranberry Juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking cranberry juice in a moderate dosage is safe. However, general precautions must be followed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>People who take blood-thinning medicine must be cautious because of the possible interaction between cranberry juice and enzyme metabolising blood thinners<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.<sup>\u00a0 <\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People with kidney-related issues should limit their consumption of cranberry juice. It might cause side effects<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no sufficient information available to show the safe use of cranberry juice for breastfeeding and pregnant women. Thus, during these phases, women should consult their doctor before having it as a herb.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People should be cautious while giving it to children and older people due to their weak immunity and might develop reactions in the body.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before consulting, one should never use cranberry juice or any other herb to self-medicate themselves.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-cucumber-juice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Cucumber Juice: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\"><\/span><strong>Interactions with Other Drugs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bioactive compound such as antioxidants and flavonoids of cranberry juice might interact with other drugs resulting in herb-drug interaction. This phenomenon might affect the complete metabolism of certain drugs<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A case report by (Suvarna et al. 2003) suggested that cranberry juice might interfere with specific enzymes (cytochrome P450) activity. It may lead to failure in the absorption of blood-thinning medicine (warfarin)<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The constituents of cranberry juice may vary and this might cause potential herb-drug interaction<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, if you take blood-thinning drugs, you must consult an Ayurvedic physician before consuming cranberry juice. They will direct you to the better way to have cranberry juice as a herb.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-amla-juice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amla Juice: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769060510904\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the vitamins present in the cranberry juice?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cranberry juice contains vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B9, vitamin B6, vitamin K and vitamin A<a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168117\/nutrients\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769060523112\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are there any side effects of cranberry juice during pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Drinking cranberry juice in small quantities is considered safe until excessive consumption happens<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>. However, no report was recorded related to any side effects of cranberry juice during pregnancy. Therefore, before having it, one should take advice from a qualified doctor to avoid any complications.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769060532995\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are essential phytochemicals present in cranberry juice?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The essential phytochemicals such as proanthocyanins, carotenoids, flavonoids, Vitamin C and phenolic acids are present in cranberry juice. These are the principal substances that might be responsible for the anti-cancer, antioxidant, antibacterial and glucose-lowering activity<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>However, a doctor\u2019s consultation is necessary prior to use cranberry juice. They will prescribe you the best dosage form according to your health condition.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769060540211\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the advantages of cranberry juice for UTI?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cranberry juice may have antibacterial activity. Drinking cranberry juice might be one of the non-antibiotic strategies that may be beneficial in managing recurrent urinary tract infections.<sup> <\/sup>However, this data is insufficient and requires more information on human trials. Therefore, without well-designed controlled trials, this strategy cannot be clinically recommended<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769060545599\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does cranberry juice interact with any other drugs?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. There is a case reported<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a> by Suvarna et al. (2003) that suggested cranberry juice might interact with other drugs such as (warfarin, digoxin, and phenytoin). The case study was of a seventy-year-old man who died of a gastrointestinal (digestive tract) and pericardial (heart-sac) haemorrhage (bleeding).<sup> <\/sup>Therefore, it is essential to consult a doctor before using cranberry juice for any health condition. In addition, we recommend you do not change your ongoing treatment with any herbal preparations.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reference\"><\/span><strong>Reference<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Ili\u0107 DP, Troter DZ. Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon L.) fruit juice from Serbia: UHPLC-DAD-MS\/MS characterization, antibacterial and antioxidant activities. LWT. 2021;146(1):111399. doi:10.1016\/j.lwt.2021.111399. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/350454187_Cranberry_Vaccinium_macrocarpon_L_fruit_juice_from_Serbia_UHPLC-_DAD-MSMS_characterization_antibacterial_and_antioxidant_activities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Bobis, O., Nayik, G.A., Wagay, J.A., Farooq, U., Zehra, A., Nanda, V. (2020). Cranberry. In: Nayik, G.A., Gull, A. (eds) Antioxidants in Fruits: Properties and Health Benefits. Springer, Singapore; 2020. p.479\u2013505. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-981-15-7285-2_25<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. United States Department of Agriculture [Internet] Cranberry juice, unsweetened; 2019 Apr 1. [cited 2022 Jul 1]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168117\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168117\/nutrients<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Harkins KJ. What\u2019s the use of cranberry juice? Age and Ageing. 2000;29(1):9\u201312. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10690688\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Sylvan L, Justice NP. Possible interaction between warfarin and cranberry juice. BMJ (Clini Res ed). 2003;327(7429):1454\u20131454. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/europepmc.org\/backend\/ptpmcrender.fcgi?accid=PMC300803&amp;blobtype=pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Neto CC, Vinson JA. Cranberry. In: Benzie IFF, Wachtel-Galor S, editors. Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd ed. Boca Raton (FL): CRC Press\/Taylor &amp; Francis; 2011. Chapter 6. PMID: 22593931. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22593931\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22593931\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Cleveland Clinic. Are Cranberries Healthy? 6 Surprising Benefits [Internet]. Cleveland, OH: Health Essentials, Cleveland Clinic; 26 Jan 2022 [cited 2026 Jan 22]. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/benefits-of-cranberries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/benefits-of-cranberries<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><em> The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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These delicious little berries are considered a functional food. Add to your salads or simply grind them in a jar, cranberries make for excellent addition to any dish. 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