![]() ![]() The team studied rats who were going to undergo kidney operations and found that those who had consumed lingonberry juice for three weeks beforehand had improved kidney function, reduced kidney stress and reduced inflammation following the operation in comparison to those that had had no lingonberry juice. ![]() Lingonberry consumption can also improve kidney function. Lingonberries also contain health-promoting dietary fibre, vitamin C, polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids. Researchers believe these potent antioxidants may be able help reduce the risk of heart disease and even some cancers. Lingonberries are especially high in the antioxidant "anthocyanins," which is known to prevent oxidation of blood cholesterol and aid in keeping blood vessels healthy. They have found several beneficial health properties. Boniface Hospital in Manitoba, has been working with other researchers across the country on a variety of lingonberry research projects. Chris Siow, Research Scientist with AAFC and principal investigator with the Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine (CCARM), located at St. Chris Siow, Research Scientist, Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine A centre dedicated to bridging the gap between agriculture, food and medicine."ĭr. This lingonberry research highlights the kind of work we do at Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine. "This berry from the north has untapped potential as a versatile, flavourful and nutritious approach to maintaining kidney health, as shown by our research. Research is showing that these antioxidants are showing promising health benefits, especially for their role in preventing inflammation. The lingonberry is closely related to the blueberry and cranberry, and like them, they are high in anti-oxidants. ![]() Small, tart and slightly sweet, they are native to British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Atlantic Canada, and have the potential to become a valuable crop for Canadian growers. Lingonberries are already popular in Scandinavian cuisine where they are used in sauces and baked goods. Agriculture and Agri-Food with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) are setting the stage for a Canadian-grown superfood: lingonberries. ![]()
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