One in five women develops a urinary tract infection (UTI) during her lifetime. Cranberry juice contains chemicals which inhibit the activity of E. coli - the bacteria most often responsible for cystitis.

The chemicals, called condensed tannins or proanthocyanidins, do this by stopping the bacteria from sticking to mucosal surfaces - the surfaces which line the bladder and bowel. They may have this effect on other bacteria too. This helps to clear bacteria from the urinary tract. Cranberry is now available in a high potency soft gel capsule.

• Vaccinium macrocarpon equivalent to 60,000 mg
• Ascorbic acid 100mg
• Uva Ursi equivalent to 1500mg

Rationale for Cranberry Softgel

• Prevents the adherence of harmful bacteria to the bladder wall
• Infection such as cystitis can rapidly deplete the bodies vitamin C stores
• During times of chemical, emotional, psychological or physiological stress the urinary system excretes vitamin C at a significantly increased rate thereby elevating the body’s need for vitamin C during these times.
• A highly effective antioxidant for times of stress
• Contains Uva Ursi which has been shown to have an antibacterial effect in the bladder

Claims for cranberry Soft Gel

• Helps relieve pain and burning sensation
• May assist in promoting urinary tract health
• Masks odour associated with incontinence
• Prevents the adherence of harmful bacteria to the bladder wall

Contact Sphere Healthcare customer service for further information.