Should You Start Taking Cranberry Supplement?
And many cranberry byproducts tend to contain high amounts of sugar to make them more palatable, she added.
He suggested looking for independent verification fromUSPto confirm a supplement’s safety.
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How Was the Study Conducted?
Many researchers believe that certain dietary and lifestyle factors could influence the development of dementia.
“Readers should be highly skeptical about research funded by the food industry.
Industry-funded research is more likely to report findings that support that industry,” Linsenmeyer said.
It is not uncommon for the food industry to fund nutrition research.
What This Means For You
Freeze-dried cranberry powder and cranberry supplements are available on the market.
Before including these in your diet, speak with a trusted healthcare provider about your health risks.
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