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Cherry Facts

Cherries are a great christmas gift for friends, family or even work colleague but are an even better gift for yourself! Furthermore, the health benefits of cherries are many - a great fruit to have in the house to snack on! 

 

Cherry Facts - the 'red hot' super fruit from Central Otago NZ

 

  • Harvest between mid December to early February 

  • Exported mainly to Asian countries and around NZ especially during Christmas holidays 

  • Varities grown (in order of harvest) Samba, Santena, Lapin, Raineir, Sweetheart and Staccato

  • Grown under Global GAP (Good Agricultural Practice)

  • Low carbon foot print 

  • Health food benefits of cherries are enhanced by Central Otagos high UV light giving high concentrations of antioxidants, melatonin and anthocyamins. 

7 reasons to eat cherries from Central Otago NZ 

 

  1. ​Helps you get more sleep due to the high levels of melatonin (which is responsible for your body clock).

  2. Improves memory due to a good source of anthocyanins.

  3. Reduces risk of colon cancer due to high fibre + anthocyanins.

  4. Lowers the risk of heart disease by helping regulate fat + glucose

  5. Lowers blood sugar levels due to anthocyanins which in turn prevents and helps diabetes.

  6. Helps with arthritis and inflammatory conditions (including gout) due to high antioxidants reducing Uric acid levels.

  7. Nutritional properties provide an ample supply of fibre, protein, vitamin A + C.

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