Cherries (Prunus avium) are small round fruits with a thin outer skin, juicy inner flesh, and a small inner pip. There are countless varieties of cherries appearing in red, yellow, and black.
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Health Benefits of Cherries:
- Increased Immune Function
- Protection Against Heart Disease The antioxidant powers of the anthocyanins in cherries could help reduce pain and inflammation in the body, as well as protect against heart disease.
How to choose Cherries: Try to find vibrant firm cherries with no signs of wilting or molding.
Climate and origin: Cherries are native to central Europe and grow well in temperate climates. The original native cherries were not sweet fruits and had little value outside of being make into liquers.
Taste: Cherries have a sweet tart taste.
Substitutes with more vitamins: Blueberries, Blackberries
Miscellaneous information: The Japanese call the blossoms of the cherry tree Sakura, and believe the flowers symbolize the transient beauty of life.
Similar tasting produce: Blueberries, Blackberries
