Tiny berry big punch: health benefits of the cranberry

ABSTRACT

We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for you. In fact, its been shown that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancers and other chronic diseases. But cranberries are not your average fruit. Since 1984, many studies have indicated that cranberries have a number of health benefits, the foremost being the "anti-adhesion" effect on certain bacteria.