Benefits of Cherries

October 16, 2018
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Benefits of Cherries: Cherries are a chef’s favorite as they can be used in a variety of recipes, making the dishes more attractive and delectable. Cherry extracts are often added to beverages and processed foods to impart flavor. Delicious, and loaded with nutrients, particularly Vitamin C and beta-carotene, cherries are definitely the choice if you are looking for a great combination of taste and health.

8 Health Benefits of Cherries

Relives Insomnia
Facilitates Weight Loss
Lowers Hypertension
Prevents Cardiovascular Diseases
Anti-Ageing Properties
Promotes Healthy Locks
Maintains pH Balance
Energy Fruit

Nutritional facts of Cherry Per 100g

Principle	Nutrient Value per 100g		Percentage of RDA
Cherry type	Sweet	Tart	Sweet	Tart
Energy	63 cal	50 Kcal	3%	2.50%
Carbohydrates	16.1 g	12.18 g	12%	9%
Protein	1.06 g	1.00 g	2%	2%
Total Fat	0.2 g	0.3 g	1%	1.50%
Cholesterol	0 g	0 g	0%	0%
Dietary Fiber	2.1 g	1.6 g	5.50%	4%
Vitamins
Folates	4 µg	8 µg	1%	2%
Niacin	0.154 mg	0.400 mg	1%	2.50%
Pantothenic acid	0.199 mg	0.143 mg	4%	3%
Pyridoxine	0.049 mg	0.044 mg	4%	3.50%
Riboflavin	0.033 mg	0.040 mg	2.50%	3%
Thiamin	0.027 mg	0.030 mg	2%	2.50%
Vitamin C	7 mg	10 mg	11%	17%
Vitamin A	640IU	1283 IU	21%	43%
Vitamin E	0.07 mg	0.07 mg	0.50%	0.50%
Vitamin K	2.1 µg	2.1 µg	2%	2%
Electrolytes
Sodium	0 mg	3mg	0%	0%
Potassium	222 mg	179mg	5%	4%
Minerals
Calcium	13 mg	16 mg	1.30%	1.60%
Copper	0.060 mg	0.104 mg	7%	11.50%
Iron	0.36 mg	0.32 mg	4.50%	4%
Magnesium	11 mg	9mg	3%	2%
Manganese	0.070 mg	0.112mg	3%	5%
Phosphorus	21 mg	15 mg	3%	2%
Zinc	0.07 mg	0.10 mg	0.50%	0.10%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene, alpha	0 µg	0 µg
Carotene, beta	38 µg	770 µg
Crypto-xanthin, ß	0 µg	0 µg
Lutein-zeaxanthin	85 µg	85 µg

Types of Cherries:

Sweet Cherries
Bing Cherries
Lambert Cherries
Rainier Cherries
Sweetheart Cherries
Royal Ann
Chelan Cherries
Lapins Cherries
Sour Cherries
Montmorency
Erdi Botermo

Side Effects of Cherries

Unless you’re allergic to cherries, these fruits are unlikely to cause serious side effects. However, eating cherries in excess or as part of a very high-fiber diet may lead to unpleasant effects. To avoid these potential side effects and ensure all of your daily nutrient needs are met, eat cherries and other fruits in recommended portions.

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