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Common cranberry supplement used for urinary tract support
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Cranberry supplement (1 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.5 g
2
KCAL / 0.5G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (half) | 2.5 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 10 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 30 g | 114 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
A cranberry supplement may help lower the risk of recurrent urinary tract infections for some people, but it does not prevent every infection. Research has mainly examined cranberry products for prevention, not as a guaranteed solution.
No, a cranberry supplement cannot cure an active urinary tract infection. It should not replace medical treatment, and relying on it when symptoms have started may delay care that you need.
There is no single dose that applies to every cranberry supplement. Products can contain different amounts of cranberry extract and proanthocyanidins, so follow the product directions rather than comparing capsules by weight alone.
A cranberry supplement can cause stomach upset, nausea, or diarrhea in some people. These digestive effects are usually mild, but stop taking it if symptoms persist or become troublesome.
A cranberry supplement may affect warfarin in some cases, although the evidence is mixed. Because warfarin requires careful monitoring, ask your prescriber or pharmacist before adding a cranberry supplement or changing how you use it.
A cranberry supplement does not generally have to be taken with food. If it upsets your stomach, taking it with a meal may help; follow the directions for your particular product.
Neither a cranberry supplement nor cranberry juice is proven to be best for everyone. Supplements vary in extract content, while juices differ in cranberry concentration and added sugar, so they are not automatically equivalent.
A cranberry supplement is not a fast treatment for urinary symptoms, and there is no established timeline for prevention benefits. Studies assess ongoing use over time; taking it once will not treat an infection.
It is not certain whether a cranberry supplement increases kidney-stone risk. Cranberries can contain oxalate, so people with a history of calcium oxalate stones should be cautious about using large amounts.
PAC stands for proanthocyanidins, compounds in cranberries studied for urinary health. The listed amount and testing methods can differ between products, so a PAC figure is not always directly comparable across labels.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.04mg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.01µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.08mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.13mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.6mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A cranberry supplement provides ingredients from cranberry fruit in a form intended for routine use; its exact contents and format vary by product. It is commonly marketed for urinary tract support, but it is not a treatment for an infection or other condition.
The fruit’s tart, sharp flavour may be noticeable or barely present, depending on the product. People typically take it with water and follow the directions on the label rather than serving it as a food. The nutrition figures list 88 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, though the suggested serving may be much smaller. If you take regular medication or are unsure whether it suits you, ask a healthcare professional before use.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.