In addition to unique moments of carefree time under the sun in summer, we also enjoy delicious fruits that provide us with valuable nutrients for our health. From watermelon to melon peach, the options are many and their combinations are countless. Cherries are among the popular and much-loved summer fruits.
These are stone fruits that vary in color from golden yellow to dark red. Crunchy and tasty, sour or very sweet, there are cherries vitamins, minerals and antioxidants make them among the top healthy (super) foods. Let’s see why in detail:
1 Cherries rich in polyphenols
Red cherries owe their color to anthocyanins, but are also rich in polyphenols such as flavonoids, known for their valuable antioxidant properties.
With a bowl of cherries you will get: Vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin C and vitamin E.
2 They help you sleep better
According to scientific review tart and sweet cherries are associated with better sleep because they contain melatonin (a hormone that regulates sleep), serotonin (a chemical that helps the body produce melatonin), and tryptophan (an amino acid that increases serotonin).
3 They relieve muscle pain
Studies in long-distance running they celebrate that cherry and sour cherry juice reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
4 They protect the heart
One cup of fresh cherries contains about 260 milligrams of potassium, very little sodium, and high amounts of plant sterols (phytosterols), which may help lower blood pressure.
Plant sterols can also help lower cholesterol.
5 They improve blood sugar levels
Cherries have a low glycemic index, and their skin contains fiber that increases blood sugar more slowly.
6 They can help prevent cancer
A balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables protects against many forms of cancer. Bioactive compounds in cherries may contribute, according to one study prevention from cancer.
So, start adding this powerful health fruit to your diet to get all its benefits.
You can combine sweet cherries with yogurt or oats, make sugar-free jams or refreshing juices.
Sours would take a special twist with vegetables such as chicken or bream in the oven. Let your imagination run wild, surprising both your taste palette and your body.