Cranberry Juice: Tart, Antioxidant-Rich Drink
Bright red juice with sharp tang—known for urinary tract health and high antioxidant content.
What Is Cranberry Juice?
Cranberry juice is made by pressing **fresh cranberries**. Its flavor is **very tart**, so it’s often sweetened or blended with apple/grape juice.
Nutrition (per 240 ml unsweetened)
**~45 kcal**, **~12 g carbs** (natural sugar), rich in **vitamin C**, **polyphenols** (proanthocyanidins), and **antioxidants**.
Health Benefits
- **Supports urinary tract health** (may reduce UTI recurrence).
- **Vitamin C** for immune system.
- **Antioxidants** help reduce oxidative stress.
- Naturally **low in fat** and hydrating.
Possible Downsides
- Many commercial juices are **sweetened**—can be high in sugar.
- Pure unsweetened juice is **very sour**—may be hard to drink straight.
- Excess intake can upset stomach in sensitive individuals.
How to Use
- Drink **chilled** as a refreshing beverage.
- Mix with **sparkling water** for a spritzer.
- Use in **cocktails, marinades, vinaigrettes**.
- Combine with orange juice for a **morning boost**.
Tip
Look for **100% cranberry juice** or **low-sugar blends** for maximum benefit.
- 1. Cranberry Juice
Cranberry juice – napitak od brusnica; prirodno kiseo, bogat polifenolima i vitaminom C. Koristi se čist (100%) ili kao koktel zaslađen šećerom ili sokom od jabuke/grožđa.