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Written By: Aishwarya Vaidya | Updated : February 6, 2019 9:10 AM IST
Tart cherry juice is good for your heart. © Shutterstock
Cherry juice is loaded with essential nutrients like potassium and antioxidants. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which can help you reduce inflammation and pain. Not only this, you will be able to keep your health issues at bay if you go for it. Know the many health benefits of it.
1: It can be helpful for your heart
There are various types of cherry juice - black and tart. You will be surprised to know that Tart cherry juice has a higher concentration of Anthocyanins! "Tart cherry juice is jam-packed with the most powerful antioxidants along with quercetin. This antioxidant can help prevent the oxidative damage due to the free radicals from low-density lipoprotein (LDL or bad cholesterol). Thus, drinking cherry juice is extremely beneficial for your heart," says Rutika Murudkar, a clinical nutritionist specialized in diabetes and cardiac care at Naraindas Morbai Budhrani Trust for cancer patients.
2: It can aid quick muscle recovery
Cherry juice contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help in lowering the incidences of exercise-induced muscle damage and also help you cure muscle soreness. Thus, drinking cherry juice can aid quick muscle recovery after exercise by allowing you to improve your strength, reduce inflammation and decrease the levels of oxidized lipids. It is the process wherein free radicals tend to steal electrons from the lipids in your cell membranes, causing cell damage.
3: It can help you tackle inflammation
Various studies suggest that the antioxidant properties present in tart cherry juice can reduce pain and inflammation which one may get due to osteoarthritis. According to a study published in the Osteoarthritis and Cartilage journal, Tart cherry juice provided symptom relief for patients with mild to moderate knee Osteoarthritis. So, speak to your expert about the right amount of quantity and drink it. Avoid going overboard.
4: It can help manage blood sugar levels
Tart cherry juice contains anthocyanin compounds which influence the genes that control the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. It can help lower your cholesterol levels and fight abdominal fat. But, you should keep in mind that the juice should not contain sugar and added preservatives, as it can spike your blood sugar and insulin levels instead of controlling them.
5: It can help boost your immunity
You may be facing many health issues due to your lower immunity. So, we have a solution for you if you wish to enhance it. You can opt for cherry juice. Cherries carry a powerful antioxidant and antiviral punch. Flavonoids, a type of antioxidant in cherry juice, are made by plants to help you fight infection. Tons of research reveals that these chemicals can have a significant impact on immune system function.
6: It can help you sleep better
Tart cherries are known as a good natural source of melatonin, (the hormone which helps in regulating the sleep pattern of your body). So, this natural melatonin present in tart cherry juice can help promote healthy sleep.
