Cherries are full of nutrients and antioxidants, and have many potential health benefits.
Heart health
Cherries are high in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure
Cherries contain polyphenol antioxidants, which may reduce inflammation and protect your heart from cell damage
Exercise recovery
Tart cherries and tart cherry juice may help muscles recover faster after exercise
Arthritis
Cherries may help ease the pain and swelling of arthritis
Cherries may lower uric acid levels
Sleep
Cherries contain melatonin, which helps control sleep cycles
Cancer prevention
Cherries may help prevent cancer by reducing inflammation
Compounds in cherries may inhibit cancer cell growth
Other benefits Cherries may help manage blood sugar, Cherries may help with inflammatory conditions, Cherries may help alleviate symptoms of gout, and Cherries may lower cholesterol.
Nutrition
Cherries are high in vitamin C, which helps your body absorb iron, produce collagen, and defend against cell damage
Cherries are high in anthocyanins, a potent antioxidant found in deeply colored fruits
Cherries are high in flavonoid quercetin