A new review suggests that cranberries may in fact be effective at preventing urinary tract infections.

While some research suggests it may help younger women who experience repeat UTIs, other studies have shown no UTI-related benefits. Cranberry juice is usually high in sugar, which Sharp notes ...

One 2012 study involving 1616 women with recurrent UTIs found that cranberry juice was effective in preventing infection, while a smaller 2012 study found no evidence to support this claim.