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Cranberry juice during pregnancy: reviews, benefits
One of the possible sources of vitamins for a woman in a position is cranberry juice. During pregnancy, this drink not only gives the body a vitamin charge, but also replaces many medicines.
The benefits of cranberry juice during pregnancy
Cranberries are a sour berry native to the Northern Hemisphere known for their powerful medicinal properties. It contains B vitamins, vitamin K and a shock dose of vitamin C, just like citrus fruits. Cranberry juice is a source of beneficial sugars, organic acids, pectins and many other important trace elements and compounds.
During pregnancy, cranberry juice replaces drugs and saturates with vitamins
During pregnancy, the drink has the following effect on the body:
- relieves nausea and other symptoms of toxicosis;
- eliminates edema, having a diuretic effect;
- stimulates digestion and supports the beneficial microflora of the gastrointestinal tract;
- reduces body temperature in case of a cold;
- strengthens the immune system;
- removes slags and toxins;
- strengthens blood vessels and capillaries.
Cranberry juice helps the body of the expectant mother to fight colds, SARS, varicose veins, diseases of the urinary tract and gastrointestinal tract. Its regular use helps to reduce blood pressure, eliminate headaches and constipation.
How to prepare and how to drink cranberry juice?
Reviews of cranberry juice during pregnancy indicate that to improve health and improve well-being, you need to drink fruit drink in courses – 20 days once every 2-3 months. In the absence of contraindications, the daily dose is 1-2 glasses.
Making a drink is easy:
- rinse and mash with a spoon 1 tbsp. cranberries;
- strain and pour the juice;
- pour berries in 1 liter of hot water, add 2 tbsp. l. sugar or honey and bring to a boil;
- cook the mixture for 15 minutes, then cool and strain;
- pour in the cranberry juice squeezed before cooking.
This recipe allows you to preserve vitamins and minerals, which are usually destroyed during the cooking process.
Cranberry berry juice is a healthy tonic drink, but you shouldn’t abuse it during pregnancy. In the presence of gastritis, ulcers and a tendency to allergic reactions, it is better to consult your doctor before using fruit drink. If there are no contraindications, the sour berry will replace most of your medications, improve your health and ease the waiting period for your baby.