Research finds cranberries are an effective approach to help reduce antibiotic use

I have never had a UTI. I only eat cranberries occasionally, but I don't drink sodas, and I drink plenty of water.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2015-11/wsw-rfc110515.php

Public Release: 5-Nov-2015
Research finds cranberries are an effective approach to help reduce antibiotic use
Global experts at the International Conference on Polyphenols and Health discussed how cranberries may be a nutritional approach to reduce antibiotic use and support whole-body health
Weber Shandwick Worldwide

Tours, France (Wednesday, November 5) -- An international team of scientists presented new evidence showing how cranberries are poised to be a compelling tool to help reduce antibiotic resistance and oxidative stress.

Reporting at the International Conference on Polyphenols and Health (ICPH) last Friday, the scientists revealed the growing evidence on how cranberries can help curb recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), the second most common type of infection in the body (Source). A lower number of infections would mean less use of antibiotics and less risk of developing antibiotic resistance. In addition, they touched on how the unique blend of polyphenol antioxidants - provided by cranberries - may assist in preserving heart and cognitive health, and protect against oxidative stress to help promote overall well-being.

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