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Tart Cherry Juice

Montmorency Cherry, Prunus cerasus, Sour Cherry

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Meta Information

ID:tart-cherry-juice
Name:Tart Cherry Juice
Schema Version:1.5

Alternate Names

  • Montmorency Cherry
  • Prunus cerasus
  • Sour Cherry

Intervention Type

dietary_practice

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:
20
High Cost:
60
Cost Type:
monthly
Description:
Cost for daily consumption of juice concentrate or capsules.

Summary

Tart cherry juice is rich in polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins, which exert potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. From a healthspan perspective, its primary value lies in mitigating systemic inflammation (inflammaging) and oxidative stress, two fundamental drivers of aging. It also contains a natural source of melatonin, which can improve sleep quality and duration, a critical component of cellular repair and cognitive health.

Purpose

Reduces systemic inflammation, oxidative stress, and improves sleep quality.

Drug Class

Drugs In Class

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Impact

Score:
4.8
Justification:
Targeted benefits for inflammation, sleep, and exercise recovery, not a foundational driver.

Evidence

Grade:
A
Score:
8.5
Justification:
Multiple human RCTs and meta-analyses confirm benefits for inflammation, sleep, and recovery.

Safety

Score:
1.5
Justification:
Generally recognized as safe food product; main concern is sugar content.

Flags

  • Many commercial juices contain significant added sugar, potentially negating health benefits.
  • Contains sorbitol, which may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.
  • Use with caution if taking blood pressure, blood sugar, or anticoagulant medications.

Verdict

A useful, evidence-backed tool for managing inflammation and improving sleep.

Created

2026-04-26T17:45:19.211963Z

Model

Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)

Delivery

Route:
none
Scope:
  • systemic

Indication

Focus:
healthspan
Description:
Tart cherry juice is rich in polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins, which exert potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. From a healthspan perspective, its primary value lies in mitigating s...

Typical Protocol

  • Consume 8-12 ounces (240-360 mL) of tart cherry juice or concentrate equivalent twice daily.
  • Take 400-500 mg of powdered tart cherry extract in capsule form daily.