Cherries have also long been revered as one of the fruits highest in melatonin, which also has cancer-preventive properties.
In addition to reducing the risk of certain forms of cancer, the fruit might also help to manage blood pressure due to its high potassium concentration.
Acute inflammation is a typical biological response triggered by the immune system to offer protection to injured, ill or stressed individuals.
When inflammation persists in the body, it can disrupt normal function of cells, tissue and organs, leading to metabolic complications, tissue damage and even shortening lifespan.