THE cherry It has only one drawback: it is early summer fruit, then we can’t count on them. So it is good to know their properties to make the most of their short season.
THE raw cherry It is a pure vitamin, in particular it contains beta-carotene (pro vitamin A), B1, B6 and C, it contains folic acid and minerals important for the body, such as potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. Furthermore, it provides fibers (pectin) and anthocyaninswhich are the pigments responsible for its intense red color and powerful antioxidants.
They were highly prized by the ancient Greeks. Subsequently the Romans spread them to the rest of Europe. But it is the Japanese who pay him a special homage, the white sakura (cherry tree) flower adorns the streets throughout Japan in spring.
Eat cherries on an empty stomach
In fast It’s when our metabolism is looking for what we eat. Therefore, varied and healthy breakfasts are recommended. Well eat cherries every day when we have them on hand, as they will not last long. In moderate portions we can eat them every day, and on an empty stomach they have the power of a mild laxative that helps to lose weight and keep the intestine clean, they are purifying and revitalizing. A clean intestine absorbs all the nutrients better than the rest of the day.
Cherries provide 58 calories per 100 grams and almost no fat, warns the Body Mind website.
It is advisable to choose the darkest because they are richer in minerals. The cherry (black cherry) is the one that contains the greatest quantity of flavonoids (anthocyanins and ellagic acid) which are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory. The cherry It is the fruit that contains the most anthocyanins and represents a extra help against premature aging of cells and against the formation of tumor cells or other degenerative diseases, such as cardiovascular and bone diseases.
The cherry is the fruit that contains the most anthocyanins and which represent an additional help against the premature aging of cells and against the formation of tumor cells. Due to its laxative and diuretic effect it is recommended in specific regimens against obesity, constipation and fluid retention. For the diabetics are fine because they have a low glycemic index, although in these cases it is advisable to moderate its consumption.
Yes, it is recommended in treatments against arthritis and rheumatism, liver or intestinal disorders, gout attacks and high uric acid levels. In anti-gout diets, 15 to 25 cherries per day are recommended. And since it is rich in melatonin, it helps you fall asleep.
So that cherry provide all their virtues, it is important to purchase them at the right point of maturity and consistency, so that they guarantee their quality. If they are green, the cherries will not ripen indoors. They are stored in refrigerator and are washed at meal time.
Originating from Asia Minor, there are wild and cultivated varieties that are sweeter and more acidic (like cherries). Photo: iStock.The cherries They can also be eaten cooked: in sauces, e.g chutney, to accompany game meat (duck, deer or wild boar), they are ideal for preparing jams and liqueurs. Kirsch It is a cherry distillate. They look great with cream and chocolatelike the German black forest cake or in tarts, like the French clafoutis.
Source: Clarin
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