Active Edge CherryActive Concentrate (100% concentrated Montmorency cherry juice) - 946ml

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https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/news-events/news/2014/09/drinking-montmorency-cherry-concentrate-reduces-effects-of-gout/ Cherries are small stone fruits that come in a variety of colors and flavors. There are two major categories — tart and sweet cherries, or Prunus cerasus L. and Prunus avium L., respectively. Gout occurs when excess uric acid crystallises in the joints, causing swelling and intense pain. Doctors and leading nutrition experts recommend drinking a concentrated cherry juice, CherryActive, daily to help beat the condition.

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A study from Northumbria University showed that participants taking Montmorency cherry (as a juice) had significant improvements in the quantity and quality of their sleep. Gout occurs when excess uric acid, a naturally-occurring substance found in the body, crystallises in the joints. It is an extremely painful condition that can be debilitating for sufferers. In the UK alone, gout is reported to affect one in 14 men and one in 35 women. CherryActive® is a 100% natural, tart Montmorency cherry concentrate. Each 946ml bottle is made from the concentrated juice of approximately 3,000Montmorency cherries and contains no sweeteners, preservatives, flavourings or added sugar. Many studies show that cherries help inhibit oxidative stress and decrease inflammation by suppressing inflammatory proteins, which can help reduce symptoms related to arthritis. A systematic review by the journal of menopausal medication looked at the effectiveness of lavender (in powder and aromatherapy forms) on menopausal and elderly women.Ultimately, more studies are needed to better understand how consuming cherries and cherry products may benefit sleep.

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Montmorency cherry juice concentrate has the highest ORAC values of tested fruits and vegetables. Each Montmorency cherry product registered a high ORAC value. The ORAC (oxygen radical absorption capacity) test accurately quantifies the antioxidant capacities of foods by taking into account the fact that most natural products are a complex mix of phytochemicals of which many are antioxidants. A systematic review and meta-analysis from the Phytotherapy Research Center showed a significant improvement in sleep quality after chamomile administration.This naturally sweet, concentrated juice contains 100% Montmorency Cherry Juice. The cherries offer high levels of antioxidants making this a useful everyday supplement to support the diet. Indeed 30ml of this fruit concentrate can be counted towards one of your 5-a-day portions. You may want to take a high level antioxidant such as this alongside a Fish Oil or other Omega 3 supplement to aid their proper absorption. Both sweet and tart varieties pair well with many foods. Plus, related products, such as dried cherries, cherry powder, and cherry juice, make interesting additions to many recipes.

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What is especially interesting is that only a relatively small amount of Montmorency cherry concentrate is needed to bring about the positive uric acid-lowering effects.” Recommendation: take 30ml (2 tablespoons) of CherryActive mixed with 250ml (half pint) of water, daily, for 1-3 months to see results (take two glasses per day if having gout twinges). Alternatively, 2-4 CherryActive Capsules per day. However, these studies use concentrated cherry products. It’s unclear whether eating fresh cherries before bed would have the same effect.Vitamin C is essential for maintaining your immune system and skin health while potassium is needed for muscle contraction, nerve function, blood pressure regulation, and many other critical bodily processes ( 2, 3). In fact, a study in 84,158 people found that higher intakes of polyphenols — especially anthocyanins, flavonols, and catechins — were associated with a significantly decreased risk of heart disease over 5 years ( 16).

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In fact, polyphenol-rich diets may protect against many chronic conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, mental decline, and certain cancers ( 8). Research, from Northumbria University, discusses CherryActive as an effective natural remedy for gout: Many studies show that diets rich in fruits are associated with a reduced risk of heart disease ( 12). CherryActive®products are made using 100% Montmorency cherries. Anyone with known allergies to cherries, or stone fruit in general, should consult their doctor or other healthcare provider for specific advice.

Montmorency cherries are one of the few known food sources of melatonin. Melatonin, which is a natural compound produced in the brain’s pineal gland, controls the body’s natural sleep cycles and circadian rhythms. Studies have shown that many insomniacs have low levels of circulating melatonin, which may be a cause, or contributor, to their sleep problems.