Health experts have told many times about the benefits of eating berries. We’ve often heard experts and nutritionists recommend savoring these juicy seasonal treats. Jamuns make excellent ingredients for cooking and can also be eaten as a refreshing and healthy snack. Cranberries are especially known to be good for immunity as they are packed with antioxidants and polyphenols. And now, a new study finds that cranberries may also help improve memory and cognitive health. Research also suggests that they may have a positive effect on cholesterol.
study The study was conducted by researchers from the University of East Angelia in the United Kingdom and published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition. Researchers aimed to study the effects of eating cranberries in older adults aged 50 to 80. A total of 60 adults were studied over a 12-week period. According to the study findings, eating one cup of cranberries daily for 12 weeks resulted in significant improvements in episodic memory performance and neural functioning.
Dr David Vouzour, from UEA’s Norwich Medical School, said the findings study were very encouraging, especially since they were able to see significant improvements in brain health over a short 12-week period. These findings may also facilitate research in other neurodegenerative disorders, such as dementia which is expected to affect 152 million people by 2050.
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Dried or fresh, cranberries offer a variety of health benefits. photo credit: iStock
The study also found that cranberries may be beneficial not only for brain health but also for the heart. The group of adults who consumed cranberry saw a significant drop in bad cholesterol (LDL).” The cranberry group also demonstrated a significant reduction in LDL, or ‘bad. cholesterol levels, are known to contribute to atherosclerosis – thickening or hardening of the arteries due to a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of the arteries. This supports the idea that cranberries can improve vascular health and may partially contribute to the improvement in brain perfusion and cognition,” Vazur told ANI.
This study clearly demonstrates the benefits of eating cranberries on a daily basis. However, it is always a good idea to consult a qualified doctor or nutritionist before making any major dietary changes. If you are planning to stock up on good health by eating some cranberries, we have some recipes for you. These five cranberry recipes are easy to prepare at home and taste amazing too.
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