The magical fruit that improves memory
This fruit is very rich in antioxidants and reduces the ‘bad cholesterol’ in blood.
British scientists have found that eating 100 grams of cranberries a day improves cognitive performance, reported The Mail on Sunday.
That means that this tart fruit can protect against dementia.
Cranberries are very rich in antioxidants and reduce the ‘bad cholesterol’ in the blood, which, according to experts, is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia.
Researchers from the University of East Anglia worked with 60 healthy volunteers aged 50 to 80. They found that the volunteers, who took the fruit in the form of powder, had better memory after 12 weeks.
However, according to scientists, the effect on blood flow through the arteries was evident after only two hours. Magnetic resonance imaging shows that the volunteers had improved cerebral circulation.
The ‘bad’ cholesterol of the volunteers was also 9 percent lower.
‘Bad’ cholesterol can form plaque and harden the arteries, thus reducing the blood flow to the brain.
Cranberries also keep the heart healthy and reduce inflammation. They are known to prevent urinary tract infections and can reduce the risk of gingivitis, stomach ulcers and cancer.
Doctors recommend consuming them raw or blended, and not in juices that contain a lot of sugar.
However, their tartness disappoints many people. Dried versions are popular, but they are also high in sugar.