Already known for a long time healing properties cherries for humans. But not only the fruits of the cherry tree are beneficial for his body. In folk medicine, leaves, twigs, stalks and seeds are also widely used. It is the latter that, if neglected, can be dangerous to humans. How to use cherry pits, their harm and benefits for the body and other issues are discussed in detail in our article. Let's look at each of them in detail.
Cherry pits: harm to the body
Despite all the benefits of cherries, they can cause irreparable harm to the body. And first of all, this applies to cherry pits. The danger they pose to humans is associated with the amygdalin content they contain. It is this glycoside, which is present in the seeds of many plants, that gives them a bitter taste. Under the influence gastric juice Amygdalin breaks down into glucose and hydrocyanic acid. The latter causes the toxicity of cherry kernels.
The kernels of the cherry tree contain about 0.8% amygdalin. If several nucleoli are accidentally ingested, such an amount of substance cannot harm the body. The deliberate consumption of seeds in large quantities poses a danger to humans. This is especially true for children. Parents should be sure to ensure that they do not swallow cherry pits.
The harm and benefits of nucleoli for the body can be balanced if we take into account the fact that, in addition to hydrocyanic acid, they contain valuable substances and healing oil. What are their benefits for humans, we will consider below.
Signs of hydrocyanic acid poisoning
Ingestion of cherry pits can lead to severe poisoning in an adult. Lethal dose is the use of 50 nucleoli. For a child dangerous dosage will be even lower.
What are the signs of poisoning that occur when swallowing cherry pits, the harm to the body is already known? They are as follows:
- The skin and mucous membranes of the human body turn bright pink, and the smell of almond bitterness is felt from the mouth.
- There is a bitterness in the mouth with a metallic taste.
- There is a feeling of dryness in the mouth, accompanied by copious discharge saliva.
- Nausea and urge to vomit.
- Pulse and breathing increase.
- The pupils dilate, speech becomes incoherent.
When the first signs of poisoning appear (before the doctor arrives), you need to take horizontal position To prevent the poison from spreading throughout the body, induce vomiting and rinse the stomach with plenty of water.
Cherry pits in compote and tincture
Most people are of the opinion that hydrocyanic acid, which is dangerous for the body, is constantly contained in cherry pits, regardless of whether the berry was fresh or cooked in jam or compote. Scientists have conducted studies that have proven the opposite.
Thus, cherry pits, the harm and benefits of which have been proven by doctors, are safe for the body if they are in jam or compote. This is explained by the fact that under the influence of high temperature (over 75 degrees), amygdalin is destroyed and hydrocyanic acid is not formed.
What are the benefits of cherry pits?
Not only harm, but also great benefit bring cherry kernels to the body. What is it?
Firstly, healing oil is prepared from cherry pits, which is widely used in cosmetology. With its regular use, the skin becomes young, elastic and hydrated again.
Secondly, special heating pads are sewn from cherry kernels, which are used in the treatment of many diseases of children and adults (colds, osteochondrosis, arthritis).
Thirdly, crushed cherry kernels are used in the treatment of gout. In addition, whole and dried cherry pits also provide protection and strengthen the immune system. The benefits of the kernels of this plant are widely used in folk medicine. Tincture based on them is used in the treatment of many chronic diseases.
Healthy cherry seed oil
Healing oil is prepared from cherry pits, which does not contain toxic substances. It contains many vitamins and minerals, which have a positive effect on the condition of human skin. But that's not all beneficial features oil made from cherry pits.
The benefits for the body are as follows:
- restoration of youthful skin;
- protecting the skin from sun rays(prevents absorption of ultraviolet radiation);
- softening, moisturizing, skin;
- skin color becomes lighter;
- protects the surface of the lips from drying out;
- increases skin elasticity;
- contains natural antioxidants that resist the formation cancer cells.
Cherry seed oil is the only one among other types that contains absolutely all the vitamins necessary for correct exchange substances in the body. It can be used in pure form or as part of others cosmetics for face and body care.
Cherry pit pillow: benefits and harms for adults and children
Cherry kernels can be used as a filler when sewing pillows and toys for children. The resulting products have healing properties for the body.
Cherry pits, the harm and benefits of which have been proven by medicine, are widely used in the manufacture of special heating pads for adults and children. To eliminate possible rotting inside the seeds, which contributes to the formation of hydrocyanic acid, the kernels are boiled in boiling water with the addition of vinegar before making the pillow and dried in the oven.
The underwire pillow can be used as a cold or warm compress. It relieves fever, pain and cramps or warms with pleasant warmth. It is absolutely hypoallergenic and safe, since the filler does not cause burns.
For children, a heating pad is used:
- to relieve pain from colic in newborns;
- for preparing a warm compress for coughs;
- as a cold compress, relieves pain from swelling and abrasions;
- to relieve muscle pain and spasms;
- For falling asleep quickly child (relieves fatigue, calms);
- for the development of fine motor skills.
Adults use the pillow:
- for cold and warm compresses in cases where it is necessary to relieve pain and spasms;
- to stabilize the cervical and lumbar regions spine in a sitting position;
- as an orthopedic sleeping pillow.
How to use a heating pad
A heating pad for a warm compress is prepared in the following ways:
- the bag of kernels is heated in the oven for 5 minutes at 150 degrees;
- can be heated in the microwave - 3 minutes at 600 W;
- put it on the battery for 40 minutes.
A warm pillow should be applied to the place where you want to relieve pain or spasm.
To prepare a cold compress, place the pillow with bones in the freezer. In winter, a bag of cherry kernels can be taken out onto the balcony.
Bones for the treatment of arthritis
As you can see, this is universal remedy. When treating arthritis, relieve pain in knee joints Cherry pits will also help. The benefits of a pillow with natural filling are as follows: the bag of seeds must be placed in the freezer for 30 minutes - 1 hour, and then applied to the sore spot.
Cold is excellent remedy for the treatment of inflammation and swelling of the joints. It accelerates blood circulation and has a good analgesic effect. The time of exposure to cold on the joint should not exceed 10 minutes.
Cherry pits for the treatment of gout
Gout is a joint disease caused by salt deposition. Absolutely all joints suffer from it: from fingers to toes. which can be dangerous in large doses, with gout helps relieve joint pain. How to achieve this?
To treat gout, cherry pits must first be crushed, then ground well, wrapped in gauze and applied to the sore spot. After several procedures painful sensations will disappear.
Folk recipes with cherry pits
At inflammatory processes arising as a result of exacerbation of chronic diseases, a decoction of cherry seeds and pulp is used. After taking this remedy regularly painful symptoms will disappear, and the body’s condition will improve. Cherry pits, the benefits and harms of which depend on proper temperature treatment, cannot be dangerous in such a decoction. You can store it in the refrigerator, but no more than 1 month after preparation.
To strengthen the immune system, it is enough to do a daily foot massage with cherry pits. To do this, you need to scatter them on a towel, previously spread on the floor, and walk on them for 10 minutes. This “health path” will be useful for both adults and children who often suffer from colds.
There is no need to sound the alarm if a child or adult swallows several cherry seeds. It takes some time for amygdalin to turn into hydrocyanic acid. Usually it is enough for the bone to leave the body on its own without having a harmful effect on it. Hydrocyanic acid begins to be released 4-5 hours after ingestion of the cherry kernel.
Cherry is a shrub, usually with several trunks 1.5-2.5 m high, rarely up to 3 m and higher.
The leaves are dark green, oval, pubescent below, strongly corrugated, with a pointed end.
The flowers are white, white with pink (less often pink), up to 2.5 cm in diameter.
The fruits are oval drupes, red when ripe, sweet (sometimes with sourness) in taste, smaller than the common cherry (0.8-1.5 cm in diameter), covered with small fluff. Depending on the region, they ripen from the end of June to the end of July, and on the same tree almost simultaneously; Fruits abundantly, usually in the third year and up to 15-20 years annually.
Calorie content of cherries
Low calorie, but nutritious product due to the increased carbohydrate content. 100 g of raw berries contain 52 kcal. The energy value of dried cherries is 290 kcal. This means that people who eat it often and in large quantities risk gaining several extra pounds. Canned cherries contain only 36 kcal.
Nutritional value per 100 grams:
Useful properties of cherries
Cherries contain a lot of useful substances: fructose and glucose, vitamins, PP, B2, B9, carotene, folic acid, organic acids, copper, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, iodine, iron, pectin, zinc, manganese, fluorine. Cherry has healing properties for anemia treatment
, diseases of the lungs, kidneys, arthrosis, constipation. The coloring pigment anthocyanin is highly digestible, as it is distributed throughout the fruit pulp. There is a lot of cherry fruit and coumarin, a substance that reduces blood clotting. This feature of cherries allows them to be used to prevent a number of complications. atherosclerosis of arteries
, and the successful combination of vitamins C, B1, B6, iron, magnesium, cobalt, and pigments in cherries - for the prevention and treatment of anemia. Cherry - contains hematopoietic microelements: iron, copper, cobalt, which makes it possible to use it for anemia. Pectin substances help remove nitrogenous waste from the body. Cherry pulp contains bactericidal substances. Cherry juice is used for mental illness, arthritis, as a mild laxative, expectorant, thirst quencher and appetite enhancer. Cherries contain ellagic acid, which prevents the development of malignant tumors by blocking the growth of cancer cells. And the presence of anthocyanidins in berries helps reduce the content in the body
uric acid. In addition, regular inclusion of cherries in the diet greatly reduces the risk of gout. Ascorbic acid in combination with P-vitamin active tannins and pigments, cherries tone and strengthen blood capillaries, reduce elevated arterial pressure, increases the body's resistance to
adverse effects , in particular, to increased background radiation. Eating cherries reduces the frequency and severity of heart attacks., which helps improve appetite and digestion, they reduce thirst, have an antiseptic, expectorant and mild laxative effect. Emulsion from cherry seeds and decoctions of the stalks have a pronounced diuretic effect and are recommended for the treatment of uric acid diathesis and joint diseases.
Decoctions from cherry branches have a pronounced antidiarrheal effect in chronic colitis and in a complex of drugs for the treatment of intestinal atony. Decoctions of stalks and branches are used for swelling. Decoctions fresh leaves in milk are effective for jaundice of various origins, and fresh leaves and tampons from them are effective for external bleeding. Cherries act on the central nervous system and have a calming and anticonvulsant effect. In the last century, some doctors used their decoction for mental illness and epilepsy. Cherry fruits are used for prolonged constipation, feverish conditions . Cherry fruits with milk are used in the treatment of arthritis. Pulp and juice are a good expectorant for inflammatory diseases.
respiratory tract Cherries contain a biologically active glycoside - amygdalin, so eating cherries reduces the frequency and severity of heart attacks, helps cure some stomach diseases and nervous system . Cherry juice with milk is useful for joint diseases - arthritis, and a decoction of cherry leaves in milk is useful for jaundice of infectious origin. Freshly frozen, as well as dried cherries, cherry pulp, pureed with sugar, are preserved by many useful qualities fresh berries. In folk medicine, fruit pulp and juice are prescribed for chronic constipation , feverish conditions, inflammatory diseases respiratory tract. Cherry juice with milk (1:1) is useful for arthritis, fever, bronchitis, bronchial asthma , epilepsy and mental disorders . Cotton swabs soaked in a pulp of crushed fresh cherry leaves are used to stop nosebleeds, and bandages are used as wound healing agent
in case of damage to the skin
A decoction of dried cherries as an antipyretic for children: pour 100 g of fruit into 0.5 liters of water and evaporate 1/3 of the liquid volume over low heat.
Dangerous properties of cherries People suffering from diseases gastrointestinal tract
, you should not eat a lot of cherries, which have a sweet and sour taste, so as not to provoke an exacerbation of the disease. People with gastritis (especially those with), ulcers or diabetes mellitus, as it aggravates the course of these diseases.
The beneficial properties of cherries have been valued since ancient times.
As healing agent Not only berries were used, but also tree bark.
Traditional medicine said: press your sore spot against a cherry tree and all your ailments will soon leave you.
The first gardens with berries appeared in Russia quite a long time ago.
Today, almost all gardeners have a small cherry tree, the fruits of which are used for food in boiled, dried and fresh.
Compound
Cherry pulp contains minerals and trace elements that are not found in other berries and fruits:
- Vitamins: PP, A, C, E, B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, N.
- Microelements: zinc, iron, copper, nickel, chromium, fluorine, molybdenum, boron, rubidium.
- Macroelements: calcium, chlorine, phosphorus, sodium, sulfur, magnesium, potassium.
- Fructose and glucose.
- Pigments.
- Pectins.
- Succinic, salicylic, citric, quinic, tartaric, shikimic acids.
- Anthocyanins (glycosides). Their content in the berry affects its color.
- Anthocyanidins – remove uric acid from the body.
- Ellagic acid. Scientists have found that it can influence education cancerous tumors, slowing down the growth of malignant cells.
- Coumarin - reduces blood clotting.
- Inositol – normalizes metabolic processes in organism.
Many useful substances are contained in the bark, leaves and cherry pits:
- bark – amygdalin, coumarin, lemon acid, glycoside, coloring and tannins, fuscoflobafen, rubroflobafen;
- bones – glycosides, amygdalin, essential oils, fixed oils;
- leaves – quercetin, coumarin, citric acid, amygdalin.
The stalk contains tannin.
Calorie content
The calorie content of cherries is only 50 kilocalories. One hundred grams of the product contains:
- 0.8 gr. proteins;
- 0.2 gr. fats;
- 10.5 gr. carbohydrates;
- 85 gr. water;
- 1.5 gr. organic acids;
- 10 gr. disaccharides and monosaccharides.
Like many other fruits and berries, cherries can be eaten to lose weight.
Cherry: beneficial properties
Cherries are second only to strawberries in terms of the amount of nutrients. All micro- and macroelements, as well as vitamins and minerals, combine well with each other, enhancing the effect several times.
Cherry and medicine
Cherry is widely used in medicine to treat many diseases and prevent their occurrence. The juice and fruits of the berry are capable of:
- increase appetite;
- reduce the risk of gout;
- lower the amount of cholesterol in the blood;
- used as part of a diet for gastritis;
- help in removing bile from the body;
- used as an expectorant for bronchitis, lung disease, asthma;
- relieve anemia, nervous irritations;
- relieve inflammation and cramps;
- reduce blood clotting;
- fight arthritis;
- eliminate constipation;
- treat anemia;
- strengthen capillaries, remove toxins;
- increase the body's resistance harmful effects environment;
- increase the level of content folic acid in the body of pregnant mothers.
Cherry and cosmetology
Cherry juice and the cherry itself are used in the preparation of creams and masks, which are used to improve the structure of skin and hair. The pulp of the berries nourishes and refreshes the skin well, and also tightens pores, which most often remain after “transition”.
Cherry-based masks add shine to hair and effectively cope with age spots on the body and face.
If you have problem skin
Take three tablespoons of cherry pulp, mix with two tablespoons of potato flour and orange juice. Add a teaspoon of aloe juice to the resulting mass, apply the mask to your face for twenty minutes. Rinse it off cool water no soap.
Freckles
Take two tablespoons of cherry pulp and sour milk, add a teaspoon of lemon to them and mix everything. Apply this mask for fifteen minutes on your face and body.
Greasy hair
Grate three spoons potato starch, dilute it with cherry juice and add lemon juice to the mixture. Mix everything thoroughly. Apply the mask for forty minutes, then rinse with cool water.
Is it possible to lose weight with cherries?
The calorie content of cherries is low; consuming them during diets can reduce weight by several kilograms. The substances that make up the berry prevent the penetration of fats into the blood.
Cherry has a positive effect on metabolic processes in the body. Toxins and impurities begin to be removed from it. This is facilitated by components that bind harmful products decay and take them out.
There is a cherry-based diet that lasts only three days. These days you should eat two kilograms of cherries, dividing this amount into six servings. You can drink tea Fresh Juice and plain water.
This diet will not only reduce weight, but will also help cope with constipation, indigestion and swelling. You will also improve appearance skin, hair and nails.
Beneficial properties of cherry pit oil
The oil is obtained through cold pressing. Its composition is enriched with vitamins and minerals that can improve general state body.
Oil is used:
- for the purpose of moisturizing, rejuvenating and nourishing skin of any type;
- for inflammation, peeling, dryness;
- for rashes;
- to normalize metabolic processes.
Harm of cherries
You will have to give up the berries for several reasons:
- presence of gastritis;
- ulcer;
- diabetes;
- diarrhea or tendency to it;
- gastroenteritis in acute stage;
- pulmonary diseases;
- obesity.
At excessive consumption cherry can destroy tooth enamel. To avoid this, just brush your teeth and rinse your mouth after eating berries.
Cherry juice
The juice is effective for coughs and sore throats, high temperature. It is also a good antiseptic - it eliminates pathogens of various infections.
While it's autumn, eat more cherries; they are still sold in some stores. Very soon this storehouse of vitamins will no longer exist. Eating a few cherries daily is enough to enrich your body with a portion of the nutrients it needs.
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Summer is the ideal time to saturate your body with vitamins and minerals. Cherries, whose health benefits and harms are scientifically proven, are used in recipes traditional medicine and is recommended as a general tonic.
What vitamins are contained in cherries?
The chemical composition of sour cherries is rich and includes a large number of minerals, vitamins and other substances beneficial to the body. It’s worth figuring out what vitamins are in cherries. So, in the pulp there is a group of B, E, C, A, H and PP. As for the mineral composition, it is also wide and the berries contain iron, magnesium, zinc, copper and other macro- and microelements. By consuming cherries, the body receives pectins, organic acids and fiber.
What are the benefits of cherries?
If you look at chemical composition berries, then no one should be surprised by the fact that huge amount useful properties:
- Scientists have proven that due to the pronounced antioxidant properties, there is a fight against free radicals, which is a prevention oncological diseases. It also contains anthocyanins, which block mutated cells and prevent healthy ones from transforming into malignant formations.
- When consumed tart juice it is possible to reduce the manifestation muscle pain at physical activity. This is explained by the presence of substances that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
- The benefits of cherries for the human body are associated with their positive influence for activities of cardio-vascular system. It contains the glycoside amygdalin, which reduces the incidence of heart attacks. Thanks to the presence of coumarin, the risk of heart attack, stroke and other problems is reduced. Don't forget about anthocyanins, which have a positive effect on the condition of capillaries and normalize blood pressure.
- The pulp contains a lot of iron, so the berries and juice are useful for people who suffer from anemia to quickly increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood.
- Cherry seeds or tincture have a positive effect on the condition of the urinary system, as they help remove sand and stones from the kidneys and Bladder.
- When figuring out how cherries are useful for a woman’s body, it is worth mentioning their cosmetic value. The pulp is used in masks that give the skin elasticity, toning it and removing inflammation.
Dried cherries - benefits and harm
If the drying process is carried out correctly, the berries practically do not lose any nutrients. Dried cherries, the benefits and harms of which are similar to the properties of fresh fruits, have the following effects on the body:
- Used as an anti-inflammatory agent.
- Contains substances that reduce, so dried berries reduce the risk of atherosclerosis.
- Compote made from dried fruits will help cope with insomnia and normalize the functioning of the nervous system.
- It has a powerful laxative effect, so the fruit is recommended for constipation.
Frozen cherries - benefits and harm
To preserve the beneficial properties in berries, it is necessary to carry out the freezing process correctly. It is better to choose the “shock” mode, which is found in many refrigerators. In this case, you get fruits that will not be inferior in taste or composition to the fresh product. If you are interested in the benefits of cherries that have been frozen for the body, then their properties are identical to fresh and dried berries. It is important to consider that repeated freezing will degrade the quality of the product.
The benefits of cherries for weight loss
People who want to lose weight summer time should lean on fruits, which help improve the health of the body and lose weight.
- To begin with, it is worth noting the low calorie content of cherries, as 100 g contains only 52 kcal. At the same time, they are filling, so nutritionists recommend them as a snack.
- The benefits of cherries for weight loss are due to the fact that they remove waste products from the body, which has a positive effect on the functioning of the entire digestive system.
- Berries increase the production of gastric juices, which helps digest other foods.
- Cherry has a diuretic effect, helping to get rid of excess liquid and swelling.
- Essential oils and organic acids included in the composition are involved in the breakdown of fats.
Medicinal properties of cherries
The beneficial properties of not only the berries, but also the leaves, stalks and even leaves of this tree have become the basis for many folk recipes.
- Juice. To experience the healing properties of cherries, you need to drink up to two glasses a day. It normalizes metabolic processes and saturates the body with useful substances. If you dilute it halfway with milk, you get a drink for asthmatics.
- Decoction of the stalks. An excellent diuretic, which will also be useful for sexual weakness. To prepare, add 2 tbsp to 0.5 liters of water. spoons of stalks and cook after boiling for 10 minutes. You need to take 1 tbsp. four times a day.
- Dried berries. Dried cherries, the health benefits and harms of which have been confirmed by numerous studies, are an excellent antipyretic. To prepare the medicine, pour 100 g of berries into 0.5 liters of water and simmer over low heat until the volume of liquid is reduced by 1/3.
Cherries – benefits for diabetes
People with diabetes mellitus must carefully monitor their diet, but doctors allow them cherries. It contains anthocyanins, the action of which is aimed at increasing the degree of activity of the pancreas by 40-50%. It is important to know not only how cherries are beneficial for women and men with diabetes, but also how to use them correctly. Doctors allow berries and juice, and you can also prepare a decoction using 1 dessert spoon of stalks per 1 tbsp. boiling water Everything should boil for 10 minutes. You need to drink 0.5 tbsp. three times a day half an hour before meals.
Benefits of cherries for gout
Scientists have discovered through experiments that berries have the ability to reduce levels and have an anti-inflammatory effect. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it can rid the body of toxins. The health benefits of cherries are also due to the fact that regular use You can cleanse the blood and increase hemoglobin levels.
During exacerbation gouty arthritis Doctors recommend eating large quantities of cherries several times a day. Thanks to this, you can alleviate the condition and reduce the severity of symptoms. pain syndrome. Experiments have shown that if cherries, the health benefits and harms of which have been confirmed by doctors, are eaten daily in an amount of 1 kg for three days, then the concentration of urate salts can be reduced. In addition, swelling and redness of the affected joint decreases.
Treatment of hemorrhoids with cherries
Among folk recipes you can find options suitable for the treatment of hemorrhoids. It has been proven that berries, together with seeds, have restorative actions, helping to restore tone to the walls of blood vessels. Treatment of hemorrhoids with cherries with pits is effective due to the fact that it relieves swelling and inflammation, tightens hemorrhoids and promotes wound healing. When falling out hemorrhoids Cherry seed oil, rubbed into the problem area, helps a lot. You can also use a special decoction.
Ingredients:
- cherry – 3 teaspoons;
- boiling water – 1 tbsp.
Preparation:
- Mix the ingredients and place on low heat.
- After boiling, cook for 15-20 minutes.
- The decoction should be taken chilled, 1 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day. The course of treatment is 10 days.
Why are cherries harmful?
Like many products, cherries have a list of contraindications that should be taken into account so as not to harm your health.
- It should not be included in the diet if you are prone to diarrhea and have problems with the digestive system.
- Doctors prohibit sour fruits for ulcers and acute stages of gastroenteritis.
- You should discard this product if chronic diseases lungs.
- Cherries can be harmful if consumed together with their seeds. large quantities. This is due to the fact that they have a substance inside them that is converted into hydrocyanic acid in the intestines.
An elegant representative of the Rosaceae family, the cherry is rightfully considered the real queen of Russian gardens and vegetable gardens. The fruits of this plant have a juicy tart taste, depending largely on the variety. The same indicator affects the size and color of the berries, which varies from pink to black.
In China, the cherry tree is a symbol of spring blossoms, hope, youth and courage, as well as female beauty And feminine in nature. The cherry blossom is the emblem of Japan.
At all times, the berry was especially popular and was used by healers to treat many diseases. By the way, not only the fruits are healing, but also the leaves and even the bark of the plant. Many people note that the healing effect of cherries begins to appear even if you simply lean against its trunk.
Compound
In terms of its beneficial properties, cherries can only be compared with strawberries. And this is not surprising; its rich vitamin and mineral composition is amazing. Cherry berries are especially rich in calcium, and in terms of molybdenum content it ranks first among berries. These wonderful berries also contain tannins, natural sugars, starch, organic acids and pectins. Separately, it is worth noting substances such as coumarin, ellagic acid, and anthocyanins, all of which significantly reduce the risk of developing serious diseases.
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14 Health Benefits of Cherries
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Prevention of cancer
Thanks to its pronounced antioxidant properties that prevent the development free radicals, the significant role of cherries in preventing the formation of cancer cells has been proven. Anthocyanins, in particular cyanidin, play a special anticancer role. This substance blocks mutated cells, and healthy cells prevents differentiation into malignant formations.
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Healthy sleep
Scientists have found that cherry juice completely replaces sleeping pills. This is explained by the presence in the fruits of the plant of a natural hormone - melatonin, which is responsible for periods of sleep and wakefulness. Cherry juice also helps in the absorption of a special amino acid – tryptophan, which speeds up the process of falling asleep.
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Joint pain
Due to the presence of anthocyanins in the substances, which have anti-inflammatory properties, cherry juice and decoctions from the stalks are very useful for joint diseases - arthritis, arthrosis. Inflammation and pain recede. Useful in in this case There will be not only berries, but also seeds that need to be ground into flour. Just do not forget that the seeds are consumed fresh or after heat treatment, otherwise there is a risk of being poisoned by hydrocyanic acid, which is a breakdown product of the amygdalin substance contained in the seeds. Relieves pain from radiculitis with a decoction of tree bark.
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Reducing muscle pain
Studies conducted on athletes show that those who drank tart cherry juice experienced less pain when running long distances than those who did not. This protective effect, manifested in reducing the risk of muscle damage and pain during physical activity, is due to the presence of substances exhibiting antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Hematopoietic function
Due to the fact that cherries are rich in iron, doctors advise eating them or drinking cherry juice for anemia. rapid promotion hemoglobin level.
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Improved brain function
Useful material, which are part of cherries, help to activate brain activity. Decoctions of cherry leaves are used for various mental disorders and even epilepsy, and a decoction of tree bark has calming effect and will help with cramps, rheumatic pain and neuroses.
The disease is associated with a disorder salt metabolism and the metabolism of uric acid in the body, the excess of which leads to inflammation and swelling, joint pain. Drinking milk with cherry juice or syrup will help cope with this disease.
Fiber and pectins are very useful for people suffering from obesity, as these substances remove cholesterol and increase the amount of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, which are involved in the synthesis of B vitamins.
Nowadays, cherries are popularly called “heart berries”, and this is not associated with warm weather. emotional feelings, and with her effective treatment some heart ailments. Cherries contain amygdalin glycoside, which weakens strength and reduces the frequency of heart attacks. The substance coumarin in cherry fruits reduces the risk of developing diseases such as heart attack, stroke, and arterial atherosclerosis. The same substance reduces blood clotting, thereby preventing the development of thrombosis, phlebothrombosis, and thrombophlebitis. Anthocyanins have a beneficial effect on capillaries, strengthening their walls, stopping aging, and normalizing blood pressure.
In these cases, kernel flour or cherry tincture is more often used, which can remove small stones from the kidneys and bladder. Anthocyanidin substances reduce the content of uric acid and remove nitrogenous waste from the body. Cherry fruits have an excellent diuretic effect.