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Cranberries are low, creeping shrubs or vines up to 2 m
long and 5 to 20 cm in height, with slender, wiry stems,
not thickly woody, and small evergreen leaves. The
flowers are dark pink, with very distinct reflexed
petals, leaving the style and stamens fully exposed and
pointing forward. They are pollinated by domestic honey
bees. The fruit is a false berry that is larger than the
leaves of the plant; it is initially white, but turns a
deep red when fully ripe. It is edible, with an acidic
taste that can overwhelm its sweetness.
Cranberry is a native American fruit. Cranberries have
the ability to prevent and treat urinary tract
infections. Cranberry may also promote gastrointestinal
and oral health. Cranberry prevents the formation of
kidney stones. Cranberry lower the LDL and raise HDL
cholesterol. Cranberry aids in the recovery of stroke
and prevents from cancer.
Fresh Cranberries contain highest levels of nutrients.
Fresh cranberries contains the highest levels of
beneficial nutrients. The seasonal period is October
through December.
Cranberries are rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber,
manganese and vitamin K.
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