Summer brings us the super foods, full of nutrition facts.
Cherries are one of the top antioxidant-rich foods (with capacity to hold nearly 5,000 in a one cup serving) and have been linked to reducing pain and inflammation associated with inflammatory arthritis and gout. They are one of the few natural sources for melatonin, which can help regulate sleep cycles. The deep red color of dark-sweet cherries means the fruit contains anthocyanins (a type of antioxidant) that plays a role in improving cognitive function and protects the heart and its surrounding tissues. They can also aid in workout recovery Cherries contain boron to maintain calcium balance, promote bone health, and prevent osteoporosis. They have potassium to help muscle, heart, kidney, and nerve cells function.
So, let’s enjoy them! BUT, take care if you are on a weight loss diet, they contain 18g of sugar per 138g serving. Take care when you eat them and control how much you eat!
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