Cherries contain vitamin C, potassium, vitamin A, anthocyanin, fibre and ellagic acid.
Cherries help to fight heart disease and may prevent arthritis and relieve its symptoms. As well, cherries contain a flavonoid called terpenoid that appears to fight cancer and combat tumors. Cherry anthocyanins have been shown to reduce pain and inflammation in rats. Anthocyanins are also potent antioxidantsunder active research for a variety of potential health benefits.
Cherries may help to prevent arthritis, cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, inflammation and stroke
Cherries are delicious as is and add wonderful colour to fruit salads, baked goods and rich flavour to fruit salsas served over meat and poultry.
