Another Thanksgiving Favorite: Cranberries

November 25, 2008

During Thanksgiving week, visions of turkey, stuffing and sweet potatoes begin to stir our appetites. But let’s not forget about a delicious, colorful and healthy addition to our holiday table: the cranberry.

Enjoyed in stuffing, sauce and salads, the ruby color of cranberries may make them a holiday tradition, but the antioxidants they contain make them healthy.

Cranberries contain several different antioxidants. Their crimson color comes from a flavonoid that may help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol and help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Cranberries may also protect you from certain cancers, gum disease, urinary tract infections and stomach ulcers.

While more research is needed on some of these benefits, add cranberries to your holiday fare — and all year round.

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