Cranberry fruit ( karonda ) Benefits and Side effects

Introducation of Cranberry fruit (karonda)

Believed to have originated in the Himalayas, karonda, however, grows in places with high temperatures. In India, the plants can be found in the Konkan region of Maharashtra and Goa, in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Bihar, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh. They also grow naturally in Bangladesh and Afghanistan.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit (karonda)

1. Alleviates Abdominal Pain. Rich in fibre, the fruit is extremely beneficial for treating abdominal problems.
2. Improves Digestion.
3. Reduces Fever.
4. Improves Mental Health.
5. Strengthens Cardiac Muscles.
6. Treats Inflammation.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit for Skin

Cranberries are incredibly high in polyphenols and Vitamins C and E, which effectively fight free radicals to minimize the visible signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and loss of elasticity.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit for Hair

Cranberries contain a very high amount of vitamin A and C. Both of these vitamins promote healthy hair. Cranberry shampoo or juice for your hair can repair the hair follicles. Healthy hair follicles help in promoting the growth of healthy hair.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit for Eyes

Cranberries contain bioflavonoids, a large class of antioxidants. Bioflavonoids are found in the pulp, skin and rinds of foods that contain vitamin C. Both flavonoids and vitamin C help protect the eyes from free radical damage caused by pollution and the body's normal metabolic processes.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit for weight loss

Cranberries are one of the healthiest members of the berry family, and oh so delicious! They are a rich source of antioxidants and contain beneficial fibre that can aid digestion and even aid weight loss.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit in pregnancy

Let us look at the health benefits cranberries bring during pregnancy. Cranberries can help boost immunity levels in the body. They can fight bad bacteria in the gut lining. Since cranberries are very rich in antioxidants, they can help fight inflammation which is responsible for heart disease, diabetes, and allergy.

Benefits of Cranberry fruit juice

1. Fighting age related damage. Share on Pinterest Cranberry juice may help fight age related damage.
2. Improving heart health.
3. Treating or preventing urinary tract infection (UTI) .
4. Supporting digestive health. 
5. Preventing infections.
6. Supporting post menopausal health.

Side effects of Cranberry fruit (karonda)

1. Stomach or abdominal upset.
2. Diarrhea.
3. Kidney stones at high doses.
4. Increased risk of cancer oxalate uroliths in predisposed patients.