i love apples and eat them in the winter even though they are not in season and it is better to eat what is in season. the most benefit actually comes from eating the skin so organic is preferred. usually i choose whole fruits but lately i have also been drinking tart cherry juice. you may already know about this super antioxidant loaded juice but if not here are some of the reported benefits:
- promotes heart health
- may help in reducing the chance of some cancers
- it is a sleep aid as it contains natural melatonin
- it is an anti-inflammatory
it is this last one that is of particular interest to those who work out. sports medicine studies have shown that by drinking tart cherry juice exercisers had less pain, inflammation and strength loss after a hard workout.
one cup of juice has 137 calories. i happen to like the taste and if you are enjoying an evening at home it could make a unique cocktail or enjoyed with some sparkling water-that is unless you want to be a night owl. i was having it at lunch time and thought i was feeling more tired than usual-just remember the natural melatonin!
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