10 Benefits of Cranberries
Benefit #3: Helps Reduce Cholesterol
Too much LDL cholesterol in the body is not good. A high level of LDL, which is often followed by high triglyceride levels, can lead to heart disease. The cause of 1 in 4 deaths, it is incredibly devastating as well as preventable. Research has suggested that the consumption of low calorie cranberry juice can reduce bad cholesterol and reduce triglyceride levels as well.
In one specific study, three men aged 50 and above were given a low calorie cranberry juice for 4 weeks. They found a significant decrease in LDL levels after the 4 weeks. They also found that the consumption of sweetened cranberry juice had the opposite effect. Thus, when shopping for a cranberry juice, be careful not to buy the one with added sugars.
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