7 Insanely Easy Ways To Include Cranberry Into Your Diet

Cran-ify your life and say "Bye-bye UTI"

The letters U, T and I, when used together, have been despised by females for ages. Pain when you pee, or just pain in that area in general is an added stress in our lives that we have to put on a smile and push through. Cranberries have been known to relieve the pain and prevent the infections from happening, but it can be hard to make sure you get your daily dose in the busy lives we live. Here are seven easy ways to get the added benefit of cranberry into your routine so you no longer have to cringe when you hear those three letters.

1) Dried Cranberries

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These may not be on of the most glamorous foods you may want to have as your afternoon snack, but they are so easy to eat on-the-go and have amazing health benefits. These tiny little berries can help lower cholesterol levels, regulate blood sugar levels, and can prevent infamous UTI's. Try some low-sugar dried cranberries and top them onto a salad or add them to your morning oatmeal.

2) A Glass of Juice a Day Keeps the UTI Away

Maintaining cranberry juice in your diet assists in preventing harmful bacteria from sticking to the walls of your bladder. Careful though! There is such a thing as too much juice. Try to steer clear of getting juice that's more sugar than the actual nutrients of the fruit.

3) Cystex Cranberry Liquid Supplement

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This Urologist-recommended liquid supplement is a tablespoon of power! Cystex not only helps prevent urinary tract infections, but also promotes urinary health with other important ingredients like FOS, D-Mannose, Bromelain, Vitamin C and natural cranberry concentrate. If you think it’s too late to prevent a UTI, don’t worry! Plus, there's always a $2.00 coupon available on the website.

4) Smoothie Simplicity

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We know you’ve got that new green smoothie recipe down, but who said it couldn’t have a little punch? Add some cranberry for added health benefits. Only about 8-10 berries are needed to get your daily serving and notice the taste. If you don't like the taste of cranberries, a smoothie is nice alternative because you can add in as many fruits, juices, or veggies that will disguise the taste.

5) Go Granola

Enjoy a little crunch? Bulk or loose granola isn't just for the hippies in the PNW. Lots of granola bars incorporate cranberry into their recipes and are a simple, yummy way to get the daily serving you need. You can add loose granola to any yogurt, or just have it as a snack. Granola is also a key factor in good heart health!

6) Yogurt & Cranberry are the new Batman & Robin

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This tasty dynamic duo is no match for any UTI and leads to overall wellness. Pair cranberry with preferably a Greek yogurt that is low in sugar and high in probiotics. Cranberries are naturally sweet and tart, giving your yogurt a delicious and meaningful spin with the added health benefit.

7) Get Your Tortilla Chips Ready

Yes, we just went there. Add cranberry to your salsa or hot sauce! Salsa is one of the most consumed foods eaten on a daily basis and can now get you closer to your daily serving of cranberry. Add a little or add a lot, this is a fun and flavorful way to add cranberries to your diet that your taste buds will love!

Start Cran-ifying Your Life Today

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Whether you can add all of these into your diet or just one, getting something into your routine that will help fight against the bacteria that causes painful and annoying UTI's. We can't promise that these suggestions will 100% prevent or cure UTI's, just like we can't promise heartthrob Ryan Gosling will show up to your house shirtless. (We can dream, right?!) Every human body is different of course. However, incorporating them into your lifestyle will make you a stronger contender if problem strikes.