I Drank Cranberry Juice Every Day for a Week — Here’s What Happened to My Body

I decided to drink one 8-ounce glass of pure cranberry juice each morning with breakfast. No sweeteners, no ice — just straight juice. I won’t lie: it was tart. Very tart. But I got used to it more quickly than I expected.

Throughout the day, I drank plenty of water to stay hydrated and help balance the acidity. I kept my meals light and nutritious, aiming to give this experiment the best shot at success.

The First Few Days: Small But Encouraging Changes

By Day 3, I began noticing subtle shifts. For one, I didn’t feel as sluggish in the afternoon — a time when I usually hit an energy slump. I felt more alert, more awake. I also noticed my digestion felt smoother, with less bloating after meals.

Another unexpected plus? I wasn’t craving sweets or snacks as much. The bold tartness of the juice seemed to satisfy my taste buds in a strange but pleasant way.

However, I did notice a bit of acidity or heartburn on one of the days — a gentle reminder that cranberry juice is acidic and needs to be consumed in moderation, especially for those with sensitive stomachs.

One Week Later: What Changed and What Didn’t

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