FROM THE FRUIT TO THE STEM
Cherries aren’t just delicious; they also boast various health benefits. These tasty fruits are also figure friendly: 100 grams contain only 38 calories. They contain significant amounts of melatonin, which helps improve sleep quality, combating insomnia.. They increase the sense of satiety and are therefore an ideal fruit as a hunger suppressant due to their low glycemic index.
Additionally, the fibers and malic acid they contain help the intestines function better and regulate digestive processes.
Cherries are rich in anthocyanins, giving them their vibrant red color and exhibiting strong anti-inflammatory properties. They also contain Vitamin C and A, folic acid, calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and flavonoids, important substances in the fight against free radicals.
Equally important are the cherries’ cleansing and diuretic virtues, mainly found in the stem. Surprisingly, the stem can even be used to prepare a detox decoction.
Cherry pits can be used to fill a pillow, providing warmth for muscle pains and cold for bruises.