Question 1

is cranberry juice good for constipation?

Accepted Answer

A little: Cranberry juice has sugar, which can help a little the way any juice can. Plus staying well hydrated is important. In regards to it's laxative power, not really. Cranberries themselves offer fiber the same way other berries do, and that is substantiative. However, juices have little fiber and aid little as a laxative.

Question 2

my 18 month daughter has been constipated for a day and a half, and vomitted up part of her lunch today, i've given apple and cranberry juice no help ?

Accepted Answer

Call pediatrician: This really needs to be addressed by the pediatrician with a physical examination to determine the full extent of what is going on.  I wouldn't even give advice over this forum as I have not examined your daughter...Which is the most important thing that needs to happen here.

Question 3

im constipated how do i get rid of it asap. i tried drinking cranberry juice and eating oranges?

Accepted Answer

Miralax (polyethylene glycol)   Long term : Start dulcolax tabs at night for a few days as well as MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) 1 capful daily dissolved in water 
eat a healthy diet and avoid milk for a while
gradually decrease the MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) over a period of 3-4 weeks.

Question 4

im 3 months pregnanct was taking zofran (ondansetron) for nausea but made me constipated havent gone in 2 days. will cranberry juice help?

Accepted Answer

Juice has very low: risk. Hydration and fiber certainly are somewhat helpful. Non-absorbable sugars (miralax) are also low risk and often helpful.

Question 5

why is cranberry juice good for you?

Accepted Answer

Urinary health: It has vitamins and some material that is useful in preventing urinary infections. Do not over do it as it has lots of sugar in it.

Question 6

is cranberry juice bad for you? please advise!

Accepted Answer

Cranberry juice: Pure cranberry juice has many health benefits but is quite bitter and difficult to tolerate if not mixed with another juice.  Unfortunately, most blended cranberry juice drinks on the market are very high in sugar, negating these benefits.  Pure cranberry is sold in capsules at health food stores and are generally well tolerated.

Question 7

is cranberry juice good for a u.t.i.?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Cranberry juice has a substance called tannins which make it harder for bacteria to attach to the bladder and cause infections.  Cranberry can help some people reduce the risk of recurrent urinary tract infections.  Drinking cranberry juice shouldn't hurt and may help.  If your symptoms are not improving, should be evaluated by your physician.

Question 8

are there health benefits to cranberry juice?

Accepted Answer

Cranberry juice: https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-cranberry-juice.html

Question 9

what happenes if you drink too much concentrated cranberry juice?

Accepted Answer

GI upset: Large amounts of cranberry juice can cause GI upset. Limit or avoid use with warfarin.

Question 10

is cranberry juice a diuretic?

Accepted Answer

Only if 100% pure.: Cranberry juice is a natural diuretic, only if it is 100% cranberry juice, i.e. If you juice it yourself.The additives usually added, defeat the purpose.

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My 18 month daughter has been constipated for a day and a half, and vomitted up part of her lunch today, i've given apple and cranberry juice no help ?

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Im constipated how do i get rid of it asap. i tried drinking cranberry juice and eating oranges?

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Im 3 months pregnanct was taking zofran (ondansetron) for nausea but made me constipated havent gone in 2 days. will cranberry juice help?

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Why is cranberry juice good for you?

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Is cranberry juice bad for you? please advise!

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Is cranberry juice good for a u.t.i.?

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Are there health benefits to cranberry juice?

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