Cherries are well known as America’s super fruits. Study(1) says it contains a good amount of Vitamin C, Protein and Fibre in one cup of cherries. Let see the amazing health benefits of Cherries.
Did You Know!
- Reports the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS)(2), says Cherries have been most popular fruit crop for consumption in the U.S.
- Recently peaked in 2009 at 2.4 lbs. per person every year.
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Cherry Fruit Benefits
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1. Rich in Nutrients
Cherries are in small size fruits. It comes in a variety of colors and flavors. There are two types of cherries are- tart and sweet cherries, or Prunus cerasus L. and Prunus avium L., respectively.
It is packed with minerals, fibre, and vitamins.
One cup of cherries(154) contains
| Calories | 97 |
| Manganese | 5% of the DV |
| Protein | 2 grams |
| Fiber | 3 grams |
| Carbs | 25 grams |
| Potassium | 10% of the DV |
| Copper | 5% of the DV |
| Vitamin C | 18% of the Daily Value (DV) |
Vitamin C helps improve the immune system and maintain healthy skin.
Potassium present in it needs for
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2. Exercise Recovery
Cherries may help to recovery muscle after the tough workout or exercise. One study(5) says that cherries may help to accelerate muscle recovery and reduce inflammation. Other Study(6) says that it prevents oxidative damage. Benefits of Cherries for Weight Loss.
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3. Improve Sleep
Cherries contain serotonin which may work with melatonin help to fall asleep. It improves sleep quality and prevents sleep disorder like insomnia.
Cherries are good enough in tryptophan, hormone induces sleep and refresh your mind. Health Benefits of Cherries for Skin for a younger look.
4. Arthritis And Inflammatory Conditions.
5. Prevent Risk Of Heart Disease.
6. Lower Risk Of Colon Cancer.
7. Improve Memory
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