In a recent issue of AARP magazine, the writers profiled nine of the most powerful disease-fighting foods. And Cherries ranked #7. The article went on to mention that Cherries reduce inflamation. They also mention that Cherries may help alleviate the inflamation of arthritis, and work on gout. They recommend eating "Cherries a couple of times a week.
Arthritis Relief | Eating 20 tart Cherries a day is ten times more effective in fighting inflamation than aspirin. |
Gout Relief | Tart Cherries are a natural Remedy to Gout. |
Free Radicals | Tart Cherries are also rich in melatonin said to destroy free radicals which are toxins believed to cause or worsen diseases. |
High in Antioxidants | Tart Cherries are high in antioxidants, that help fight cancer and heart disease. |
Store in an air tight container on the pantry shelf or in the refrigerator or freezer.
Shelf Life: 1 Year Plus
Nutrition FactsServing Size 40g (1.4oz.) | ||||||||||||
Amount Per Serving | ||||||||||||
Calories | 130 | |||||||||||
Calories from Fat | 5 | |||||||||||
% Daily Value* | ||||||||||||
Total Fat | .5g | 1% | ||||||||||
Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% | ||||||||||
Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% | ||||||||||
Sodium | 0mg | 0% | ||||||||||
Total Carbohydrate | 33g | 11% | ||||||||||
Dietary Fiber | 1g | 6% | ||||||||||
Sugars | 31g | |||||||||||
Protein | 1g | |||||||||||
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
Michigan Montmorency Cherries, Sugar, Sunflower Oil (trace amounts to prevent sticking).