Super source
Carbohydrate
12.1 g · 4% DV target
A tart and astringent ruby-red liquid primarily used as a functional beverage, cranberry juice is defined by its intense acidity and a dense concentration of protective plant pigments.
Cranberry juice is well-established as an adjuvant therapy to help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by providing proanthocyanidins (plant compounds that prevent bacteria from adhering to the urinary tract wall) .679
Most commercial versions are sold as "cranberry juice cocktail," which contains significant amounts of added sugar to balance the fruit's natural acidity, often resulting in a sugar content comparable to orange soda or cola .212
Evidence from systematic reviews suggests that regular consumption may improve cardiovascular health markers, specifically by increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or "good" cholesterol), though these effects are most consistent in adults under age 50 .35
Early research indicates that low-calorie or reduced-energy cranberry juice may help reduce oxidative stress and systemic inflammation in individuals with metabolic syndrome .15
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
12.1 g · 4% DV target
9.11 g · 18% DV target
23.4 mg · 26% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Applies to unopened shelf-stable cartons
Cranberries are water-intensive during harvest but have relatively low carbon emissions compared to tropical fruits.
Cranberries are one of the few fruits native to North America that are commercially grown in 'bogs' which are flooded during harvest to allow the buoyant berries to float to the surface.