Cranberries Can Reduce Risk for Urinary Tract Infections

Cranberries can help lower the risk of a urinary tract infection and are a low-sugar, nutrient-packed fruit with added health benefits. Consider these strategies to prevent or treat UTIs at home.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Polyphenols found in cranberries may help reduce the risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs) and reduce the risk of symptomatic, culture-verified UTIs in women with recurrent UTIs

• Cranberry products had little to no benefit in elderly men and women in residential facilities, in pregnant women or adults with incomplete bladder …