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Cranberry is a unique berry and is widely used to treat ARVI, inflammation, colds... Cranberry juice is very common, since the advantages of this drink are obvious. Cranberry for gout is almost a panacea and is very helpful in treating this disease. Various drinks are made from it and are used both for treatment and for the prevention of pathology. Morse is used as a folk remedy, but at the same time, doctors prescribe this drink to their patients.
What is gout
Gout is a disease that affects all organs of the body, in which crystals of uric acid salts are deposited in the tissues of the body. Patients with elevated serum sodium monourate (uric acid) levels often complain of joint inflammation. This disease, as a rule, is more susceptible to obese middle-aged men who abuse red wine in conjunction with young meat.
But not only gastronomic preferences and wine are the cause of this disease. About 3% of the world's population go to doctors with this disease. Men are much more susceptible to this disease than women. Men also start to get sick much earlier than women, and if the average age of the disease in men is 40 years old, then women most often apply after 60. The main causes of gout are:
- increased body weight, unhealthy diet and a sedentary lifestyle;
- hypertension - is a concomitant diagnosis of gout;
- psoriasis accompanied by hyperuricemia;
- regular alcohol consumption;
- genetic predisposition;
- improper diet (excessive consumption of meat, smoked meats, seafood);
- treatment with drugs that increase the content of uric acid in the body.
Beneficial features
Cranberry rightfully occupies a leading position among plants and berries, being a unique natural medicine, all this due to the high content of useful components.
The drink helps with the following diseases:
- Viral violations. Cranberry juice has an antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effect, neutralizes bacteria provoking diseases.
- Infectious diseases of the genitourinary system. Due to its high mineral content, it is a powerful antioxidant that prevents bacteria from adhering to the walls of internal organs, and prevents infections in the bladder and urinary tract.
- An excellent prophylactic agent for stomach ulcers and gastritis. Betaine in its composition attacks bacteria, leading to the destruction of the gastric mucosa.
- Edema and varicose veins. The flavonoids in the cranberry drink help absorb vitamin C and strengthen the circulatory system and major vessels.
- The drink is also effective for heart problems. Polyphenols in its composition improve heart muscle, lower cholesterol. Drinking cranberry juice is a prevention of stroke, atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease.
- Rheumatism. Warm fruit drink from cranberries has a positive effect on the removal of salts from the body, and also contributes to the treatment of rheumatism.
- Pyelonephritis, gynecological diseases. Guipure acid in the drink enhances the effect of antibiotics and sulfide agents on pathogenic microorganisms.
- Liver disease. Betaine, which is part of the drink, prevents fatty deposits in the liver.
- Diseases of the oral cavity. The substances in the fruit drink slow down the reproduction of microbes and bacteria, preventing the development of tooth decay and inflammation of the gums.
- The high potassium content in cranberry juice prevents obesity and hormonal disruptions.
In addition to the above, cranberry juice fights against lack of appetite, insomnia, migraines. Perfectly quenches thirst, increases physical and mental activity, has a tonic effect on the body, improves immunity.
Harm and contraindications
Given the exclusiveness of the healing and prophylactic properties of cranberry juice, its obvious benefits, it is necessary to take into account the harm that this drink can cause to the body:
- Cranberry drink is contraindicated in patients with stomach ulcers and gastritis, although it is very much in demand as a prevention of these diseases. But if the disease has already occurred, then the drink can provoke irritation in the damaged organs, which will negatively affect the patient's health.
- And also the unique fruit drink is strictly contraindicated under reduced pressure. The elements in the composition of this drink provoke a decrease in blood pressure, which will certainly lead to problems. For this reason, drinking cranberry drink is recommended only after consulting a doctor.
- Allergy sufferers also need to be wary of eating cranberry juice, as in some cases it can provoke allergies.
- Fruit drink is also contraindicated for people taking blood thinners. Flavonoids in the fruit drink slow down metabolic processes, which leads to a decrease in blood clotting. Drinking a drink with a similar disease can weaken the effect of drugs.
- Also, a cranberry drink is not recommended for diabetics, especially if it is purchased in a store, since it may contain sweeteners.
- Excessive consumption of cranberry juice (two liters or more) can lead to disruption of the digestive system and subsequent diarrhea.
Cranberry juice recipe for gout
To get rid and prevent gout, cranberries are best consumed in the form of fruit drink. To prepare a drink, you need 150 g of raw materials and half a liter of water. The berries are grinded. The resulting gruel is filtered, poured and waited until boiling over low heat. Then the drink is filtered, cooled and cranberry juice and sugar are poured in to taste.
Another effective recipe for treating gout. Would need:
- 0.5 kg of cranberries;
- 0.3 kg of onions;
- 0.2 kg of garlic;
- kilogram of honey.
Chop the garlic, berries and onion into gruel in a blender. Mix the resulting mass thoroughly with honey. Take a folk remedy on an empty stomach 3 times a day.
Conclusion
Cranberry for gout has tremendous benefits for the body, helping to cope with the disease in a short time without the use of chemicals. In addition, a cranberry drink will strengthen the immune system, and daily consumption has a preventive effect to prevent the onset of the disease. But it is important to understand that the use of traditional medicines is allowed only after a specialist approves such treatment. Get well tasty and do not get sick.
