Known for their bright red color, cherries are particularly rich in anthocyanins “ compounds that researchers have linked to reduced inflammation in the body. "It's no surprise that people have sworn by cherry juice for years for arthritis and gout relief. Science is finally supporting what they've known all along," says Grotto. And the growing body of science is telling. Just one study from the collection, conducted by researchers at Baylor Research Institute in 2007, found that a daily dose of tart cherries (as cherry extract) helped reduce osteoarthritis pain by more than 20 percent for the majority of men and women in a 12-week pilot study.

Cherries' anti-inflammatory properties can also be beneficial for active adults who are trying to manage the aches and pains of physical activity as they age. The latest science linking cherries to powerful anti-inflammatory benefits shows that drinking tart cherry juice may help runners recover more quickly and effectively from post-race pain.

To help active adults train to manage pain, the Cherry Marketing Institute teamed up with nutrition experts to create the Red Recovery Routine, which offers pain relief and performance tips on reducing inflammation, staying hydrated and fueling with proper foods like tart cherries before, during and after workouts.

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