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american cranberry

Also listed as: Airelle à gros fruits, Großfrüchtige moosbeere, Mirtillo rosso americano

Mild

Rich in proanthocyanidins (PACs) which prevent bacterial adhesion. Highly beneficial for urinary tract health.

Recommended safe frequency
dailyHighly recommended for daily intake
weeklyBeneficial
monthlySafe
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  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Kidneys
  • Immune System
Regulatory status
  • FDARecognized as safe / Qualified health claim allowed
  • EFSAApproved health claims for urinary health

PubMed References

Primary Research

Cranberries for preventing urinary tract infections(2012)

PubMed (PMID 23076908)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is american cranberry bad for you?

Rich in proanthocyanidins (PACs) which prevent bacterial adhesion. Highly beneficial for urinary tract health.

What does american cranberry do to your body?

american cranberry primarily affects: Kidneys, Immune System.

How often is it safe to consume american cranberry?

Daily: Highly recommended for daily intake. Weekly: Beneficial. Monthly: Safe.

What products contain american cranberry?

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