Help manage diabetes

Cherries are high in antioxidants, some of which have anti-diabetic properties. According to DK Publishing's book 'Healing Foods', "Diabetes may benefit from tart cherries. Their rich antioxidant anthocyanins can stimulate insulin synthesis, assisting in blood sugar regulation". Anthocyanins are naturally present in cherries and are responsible for the fruit's brilliant red color. Blueberries, strawberries, and grapes are also high in anthocyanins. A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry extracted various anthocyanins from cherries and tested them on rodent insulin-producing pancreatic cells. The researchers discovered that when exposed to anthocyanins, rodent cells increased insulin production by 50%.

Consume cherries that are in season, fresh, and organic. Canned kinds are frequently high in sugar, which might raise your blood glucose levels. Sour cherries have more antioxidants than other types of cherry. You may eat them on their own or with a bowl of oatmeal, cereal, or yogurt. Tossing them in salads and fruit chaat is another healthy and tasty option.