The popularity of cranberries is primarily associated with their reported ability to
combat urinary tract infection and their high organic acid, anthocyanin, and polyphenol
content. The primary health benefits of cranberries are derived from their antioxidant
properties, and their anthocyanin profiles are important in determining good quality and
authenticity of the products. Cranberry extracts are prone to adulteration with lower
value products in order to offer consumers competitive prices, therefore making it
important to ensure the quality, safety and efficacy of these products.