Cherries

The average cherry tree has 7,000 cherries and trees can be harvested in seven seconds.

NUTRITION

Cherries are a good source of several nutrients, such as:

Vitamin C protects tissues supporting your entire body. It’s an antioxidant defending you from disease and the effects of aging. Your body’s ability to take in iron also improves with Vitamin C.

Potassium lowers blood pressure, makes your muscles move, and supports heart health.

Soluble and Insoluble Fiber work together to keep you fuller for longer, aid in losing weight, and assist with keeping you regular. They can improve blood sugar and lower cholesterol.

WAYS TO EAT AND COOK WITH CHERRIES

Tangy, sweet cherries lend themselves to these yummy snacks.

Cherry Salsa: Mix 4 cups of pitted, chopped cherries, half of a chopped onion, 1 cup of chopped cilantro, ¼ cup of lemon juice, 1 chopped jalapeno and a clove of garlic to serve with meals.

Cherry Compote: Cook 2 cups pitted and halved cherries, 2 tablespoons of water, a 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Spoon on yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, ice cream or add to barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (without pits)

Amount per serving Calories 86.9

Total Fat 0.3g 0% Saturated Fat 0.1g 0% Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0g 0% Sodium 0g 0% Potassium 306mg 9% Total Carbohydrate 22.1g 7% Dietary Fiber 2.9g 12% Sugar 17.7g Protein 1.5g 3%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 16% Calcium 2% Iron 3% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B6 3% Magnesium 4%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.