CranVerry +
CranVerry+ is a unique combination of cranberry extract with proven benefits for urinary tract infections and three other active ingredients that have been shown through research to effectively inhibit Candida infections.
Urinary Tract Health
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a serious health problem, resulting in more than 150 million cases each year worldwide. About 20 percent of women will experience a urinary tract infection sometime during their lives. Of those, 80 percent will have another within eighteen months. The incidence in men is less, although the risk increases substantially with age in both sexes.
In healthy individuals, the urine is typically nearly sterile
and free of most bacteria. The bacteria that normally
occupies the colon, Escherichia coli (E. coli), is the most
common bacteria that contribute to a urinary tract infection.
These bacteria can adhere to the opening of the urethra—the
tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the
body—and then multiply. After multiplying, the bacteria can
then travel to the bladder and, if gone untreated, continue to
grow and migrate through the ureters to infect the kidneys.
Ultimately, these bacteria begin to affect urine production
and bladder function, resulting in painful or frequent urination,
nausea, and fever.
Recurrent UTIs may also increase the risk of incontinence
in women after menopause. In the elderly, consequences can
be much more severe, including mental deterioration and
respiratory distress. Abnormalities
in the urinary tract such as kidney
stones and enlarged prostate
can raise the risk for UTIs; thus,
both men and women could benefit
Anthocyanins are believed to be part of the flavonoids
that make up the chain of proanthocyanidins. Anthocyanins
are the water soluble portion of the plant cell that transmits
pigments that appear red, purple, or blue. A recent study has
shown that the amount of cranberry extract in one capsule of
CranVerry+ has the equivalent anthocyanin content of seven
eight-ounce glasses of cranberry juice cocktail.
CranVerry+ contains 500 mg of CranMax® cranberry
extract per capsule. The extract is derived from the whole
berry, including solids, seeds, skins, and concentrated juices.
Through clinical studies, CranMax has been shown to be
absorbed in the lower intestines where anthocyanins are
released and absorbed by the body over a twelve to sixteen
hour time period. It takes thirty-four pounds of raw cranberry
material to produce a single pound of CranMax natural
cranberry.
While Candida on its own is usually not harmful to the
body, an overabundance can cause a myriad of health concerns,
including fatigue, weight gain, and toxification. We
are at increased risk for Candida overgrowth due to the
prevalence of processed foods in modern diets, the increased
use of antibiotics, and the rise in obesity and diabetes.
CranVerry+ contains 50 mg of resveratrol extract standardized
to 50 percent trans-resveratrol. The resveratrol is
extracted from the root of Japanense Knotweed (Polygonum
cuspidatum). Studies have suggested the bioavailablitity of
resveratrol from grapes is less than that of trans-resveratrol
found in CranVerry+.
Why is CranVerry+ best taken with food?
Can I take CranVerry+ in conjunction with other
AIM products?
What are some complementary AIM products that
can also combat UTIs and Candidiasis?
Other products to help provide support for those
with urinary tract and candida infections include AIM
Herbal Fiberblend® and AIM Proancynol® 2000
Fortunately, new research
indicates that cranberry can
help prevent and treat UTIs
due to its ability to keep pathogens from adhering to the
walls of the urinary tract. These pathogens can then be
flushed out in the urine, and urinary health is maintained.
The specific phytonutrient in cranberries that performs
this role is proanthocyanidin (PACs) compounds. PACs are
chains of flavonoids, which are phytonutrients that have an
array of health benefits, and while other fruits carry these
same compounds, only the PACs in cranberries and blueberries
have been shown to have the stick-free effect on urinary
bacteria.
Candidiasis (yeast infections)
Candidiasis is an infection caused by Candida albincans, a
yeast or fungus that can infect the mouth, vagina, skin, stomach,
or urinary tract. Oral infections are more commonly
known as “thrush” and typically found in the elderly and
those with weakened immune systems. Nearly 3 in 4 women
will get a yeast infection during their lifetime. The ingredients in CranVerry+ have the ability to combat Candida yeast
infections.
Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a naturally-occurring phytonutrient that
occurs in several plants. Research completed in 2007 noted
that the fungicidal effects of resveratrol demonstrated its
potential to minimize candida infections.
Mangosteen
The pericarp or rind of the mangosteen fruit has been
shown to contain active components that belong to a group of
xanthones (plant phenols) that have been found in studies to
have a wide scope of antibacterial activity and kill Candida
within twenty minutes of exposure. CranVerry+ contains 100
mg of mangosteen fruit concentrate that includes the pericarp
in a 20:1 concentration per capsule. This means that it takes
20 pounds of mangosteens to make 1 pound of mangosteen
fruit concentrate.
Beta-glucanase
Beta-glucanase is a carbohydrate enzyme that breaks the
bonds within beta-glucan, the main structural component of
biofilm. Biofilm is a slimy protective shield that surrounds
communities of bacteria, yeast, and fungi. Up to 60 percent
of human infections are attributed to biofilm, which enhances
the survival and reproduction of Candida. Biofilm is believed
to contribute to Candida’s resistance to drug therapy. Betaglucanase’s
breakdown of beta-glucan reduces the viability
of the biofilm, thus weakening C. albicans’ resistance to
drug therapy. This can lessen the symptoms related to a
Candida infection. CranVerry+ contains 100 BGU of betaglucanase
per capsule.
How to use
Q & A
Can CranVerry+ benefit both men and women?
Yes, the ingredients of CranVerry+ can benefit the
urinary tracts for both men and women.
Resveratrol is a fat-soluble polyphenolic compound
and is more bioavailable when consumed with food.
Yes, CranVerry+ can be used in combination with all
AIM products, excluding AIM FloraFood®. The enzyme
beta-glucanase may reduce the viability of the probiotics
found in FloraFood. Please take these products at
alternating meals.
The probiotics in FloraFood taken before, during,
and after a course of antibiotics may help to prevent
an increase in Candida cells. These probiotics have
also been found to be beneficial in reducing the occurrence
of UTIs. AIM Bear Paw Garlic® also has antifungal
properties that may inhibit Candida growth.
It has not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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