Cherry Supplements

Cherries are a dark red fruit which have a stone in the middle. They have a delicious sweet but sometimes tart taste and are great for adding to pies as well as eating by themselves.

 

But else what are cherries good for?

 

These small red fruits are packed full of vitamins

 

They are also a great source of fibre, cherries also contain anthocyanin which is common in purple foods and a great addition to a balanced diet.

 

They are also a natural source of melatonin. 

 

A portion of just 14 cherries is classed as one of your five a day of recommended portions of fruit and vegetables and contains less than 100 calories making them are a very healthy snack.

There are a number of different varieties of cherry, with over 1000 varieties being grown in the United States alone.

 

Montmorency cherry is one of the most popular varieties of cherry noted for its sour taste.

 

It is grown in Europe, Canada and the USA and is also known as tart or dwarf cherry. They are less sweet than other varieties of cherries but have great health benefits.

 

Black cherries are sweet and juicy in flavour and the most popular variety of black cherry is called Bing. 

There are a number of ways in which a cherry supplement can be taken, including as capsules as well as a concentrated juice, which means that it is very easy to add into a balanced diet.

 

Cherry juice concentrate

 

Holland & Barrett Montmorency Cherry Juice Concentrate is a great-tasting natural drink with no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners added to it.

 

There are no fillers here either: it is just pure cherry goodness.

 

This cherry juice concentrate can be mixed into water, just like a cordial, or added to smoothies or cocktails for an extra boost of cherry goodness.

 

It can also be used in desserts as a sweet but natural topping for ice creams, yogurts and pastries.

 

Cherry capsules

 

If you prefer, you can simply take your cherry dose in capsule form.

 

Holland & Barrett Cherry Effect Capsules contain whole cherries which have been freeze-dried. They are also suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

 

There is also a black cherry extract supplement available in capsule form which has similar benefits.

 

Black cherries are very high in antioxidants and so these capsules are great for supporting overall health and wellness.

 

These cherry capsules can be taken three times daily with meals.

 

Cherry joint supplement

 

If you are looking for a supplement which can help to support your joints then Holland and Barrett Cherry Joint Complex Capsules might fit the bill.

 

As well as Montmorency cherry, this supplement also contains vitamin C, which contributes to the normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.

 

It is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.

 

Cherry on the go!

 

If you are often out and about, on the go, then the Active Edge Cherry Active Shot is perfect for you!

 

It comes in a sachet with a 30ml serving which is great for popping in your handbag or backpack.

 

It can be diluted with fresh water or added to a juice or smoothie as a post-workout drink.

 

Perfect for anyone who lives an active lifestyle and enjoys regular exercise.