2012
Arthritis & Rheumatism
Cherry consumption and decreased risk of recurrent gout attacks
Case-crossover study (n=633): cherry intake linked with fewer gout flares; synergy with allopurinol.
Backed by Research
Peer-reviewed studies on tart cherry (Prunus cerasus) supporting gout, inflammation, sleep, and recovery.
2001
Phytomedicine
COX-inhibitory & antioxidant cyanidin glycosides in cherries
Identifies cherry anthocyanins with COX inhibition comparable to NSAID-like actions in vitro.
2010
Journal of Medicinal Food
Tart cherry juice and sleep in older adults with insomnia
Pilot study: tart cherry beverage improved sleep measures in older adults with insomnia.
2006
Br J Sports Med
Tart cherry juice prevents symptoms of muscle damage
Reduced DOMS and improved recovery markers following exercise with tart cherry blend.
2005
J Agric Food Chem
Cherry phenolics & protective effects on neuronal cells
In vitro neuroprotection consistent with antioxidant/anti-inflammatory activity of cherry polyphenols.
2014
Am J Clin Nutr
Montmorency cherries: oxidative stress & inflammation after cycling
Cherries reduced exercise-induced oxidative stress / inflammation in trained cyclists.
2018
Nutrients
Montmorency cherry & recovery: systematic review & meta-analysis
Synthesizes human trials on recovery outcomes with Montmorency cherry supplementation.
2018
Nutrients
A review of the health benefits of cherries
Narrative review covering gout, inflammation, cardiometabolic markers, and sleep.
2021
Food & Function
Tart cherry juice lowers blood pressure & LDL in older adults
Randomized, controlled trial showing cardiometabolic benefits with tart cherry.
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