India, June 18 -- You are what you eat, so eating healthy is non-negotiable. Among all healthy foods, fruits stand out as top contenders. Each one brings its own set of benefits, whether it is a banana for quick energy or a cucumber for hydration. Cranberries, in particular, are seen as an aid for digestive health. But how much truth is there to this?

HT Lifestyle spoke to Dr Vikram Uttam Patil, consultant gastroenterologist and hepatoligist and interventional endoscopist at Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Nagar Road, to understand the benefits of cranberries for urinary tract infection and overall digestive health.

He shared one doubt, which is very common in his practice too: "Working as a gastroenterologist, I am frequently asked...