Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Health Note - America's Super Fruit

Beloved,

I wish above all things that thou mayest ...be in health,
3 John 1:2

"As "America's super fruit," cherries offer the vital nutrition for a long and healthy life. One cup of cherries contains 90 calories with an ample supply of fiber, protein, and vitamin A and C, says the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Eating cherries leads to a boost in antioxidant activity in the body — even after just one-and-a-half servings of tart cherries, commonly known as sour cherries. A clinical study conducted at the University of Michigan found for the first time that antioxidants in tart cherries make it into the human bloodstream and boost antioxidant activity.

Although cherries are a powerhouse of antioxidants, nutritionist Rania Batayneh said to Medical Daily, "Beyond anti-oxidants, cherries are the only natural source of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the body's internal block and sleep-wake cycles."
MedicalDaily