Cherry

It is believed that cherries as a fruit plant are known to humans and have been actively used by them for more than 2000 years. The homeland of cherries is the territory of Asia Minor. During excavations of archaeological monuments, cherry stones were also discovered in Europe.

Cherry is mentioned in the monuments of Ancient Russia. This suggests that the Slavs have also been familiar with this unique fruit shrub for a very long time. In addition to cultivated cherry varieties, wild cherry varieties are widespread in the steppes and forest-steppes of the European part of Russia.

Cherries in our country are grown almost everywhere and have long become a favorite delicacy of Russians. Cherries can and should be eaten in a variety of types: fresh, canned, dried. Compotes, jams, jam, liqueur, cherry wine are very popular.

Cherry benefits

In addition to the wonderful taste, the useful properties of cherries have long been known. They are due to its rich and diverse composition. Cherries contain a significant amount of vitamins B, C, A, EE, PP, as well as a lot of mineral salts of various metals: copper, manganese, iron, chromium, zinc, a large amount of phosphorus, calcium, magnesium. It should be noted that pectins, sugars and a wide variety of organic acids are present in the composition of cherries. In such a truly impressive composition lies the unprecedented benefits of cherries for human health.

First of all, it is worth noting the dietary properties of cherries. The calorie content of cherries is 52 kcal. on 100 gr. At the same time the nutrition value of cherry is happy is high, it promotes saturation of an organism all necessary vitamins and minerals. Cherry is useful for the prevention of heart attacks, it does not allow blood clots to form on the walls of blood vessels. It increases the strength of blood vessels and prevents bleeding associated with their thinning.

Cherry also has a wonderful wound healing effect and is actively used externally as lotions. In addition, cherries have a pronounced exhilarating effect, relieves the symptoms of coughing. Therefore, cherries are recommended for bronchitis. Along with this, cherries have an antipyretic effect and significantly help recovery during colds. Another obvious benefit of cherries is its antibacterial properties. Cherries contribute to the destruction of bacteria in the body and successfully fight various types of infections.

Harm to cherries

Cherry harm can affect people suffering from increased stomach acidity, peptic ulcers. The abuse of cherries is also undesirable in chronic lung diseases, as well as in diabetes mellitus due to the presence of a large amount of sugars in the composition of cherries. Cherries are contraindicated in obesity and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.