Cranberries
Health Bonus
Cranberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, as well as a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin E. They’re also a potent source of flavonoids – plant-based compounds that prevent E. coli from adhering to the cells that line the urinary tract, which helps ward off urinary tract infections.
Holiday Tips
- Make cranberry relish using fresh, whole cranberries instead of canned jellied cranberry sauce, for instance, which can contain a significant amount of added sugar.
- Limit the serving size of canned jellied cranberry sauce. A 1/4-cup serving can set you back by around 25 carbs and 110 calories.