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10 Reasons Why Seniors Should Daily Indulge in Cherries

Big, ripe, juicy cherries are delicious and refreshing fruit loved by most of the people. Furthermore, cherries are one of the most beneficial as they are a rich source of antioxidants and many valuable nutrients. It is important that your elderly loved one as cherries are a natural source to fight and prevent many health problems.<br>Website : http://www.homecareassistanceroseville.com

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10 Reasons Why Seniors Should Daily Indulge in Cherries

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  1. 10 Reasons Why Seniors Should Daily Indulge in Cherries

  2. 10 Reasons Why Seniors Should Daily Indulge in Cherries • Big, ripe, juicy cherries are delicious and refreshing fruit loved by most of the people. Furthermore, cherries are one of the most beneficial as they are a rich source of antioxidants and many valuable nutrients. It is important that your elderly loved one as cherries are a natural source to fight and prevent many health problems.

  3. 1. Resistance Against Cancers • Cherries are packed with antioxidants and flavonoids which fight off cancer cells. Queritrin is a flavonoid which eliminates cancerous cells is found richly in cherries. Ellagic acid, which is believed to be the highest cancer resistant plant phenolic is also found in this power-packed fruit. Another powerful nutrient found abundantly in cherries is perillyl alcohol (POH) which stops the occurrence of cancer cells by robbing them of the much-needed proteins.

  4. 2. Arthritis and Gout Pain Reliever • Cherries and all the other berries play an essential role in relieving the pain caused by Arthritis and Gout. The anthocyanins and bioflavonoids present in cherries reduce the inflammation in the joints and ease the pain. • In fact, eating a portion of cherries daily reduces the risk of all types of arthritis and gout. Thus, it is important that you or a home care assistant ensures the daily intake of the amazing cherries.

  5. 3. Helps Avoid Premature Aging • The anti-oxidants present in profusion in cherries battle against the free radicals to reduce side-effects of oxidative strain which slows down the whole process of aging. A glass of tart cherry juice a day helps in reversing the aging process and is also effective for various skin problems.

  6. 4. Natural Painkiller • If fighting cancers and arthritis and preventing aging was not enough, this amazing little fruit is also a natural painkiller. As already discussed above, this magical fruit reduce the inflammation and soreness in the muscles and eases the pain caused by them. Compared to other fruit juices, cherry juice is highly effective in reducing pain of any type. In fact, this reduction of inflammation in the body also relieves headaches and even severe migraines. This happens due to the flavonoids and the anthocyanin found in this magical fruit. So, when planning home care and nutritious meals for your elderly loved ones, grab a cup of this natural painkiller.

  7. 5. Sleep Fitfully • Another great benefit of consuming a portion of cherries every day for the seniors is that it aids in regulating the sleeping patterns. After drinking a cup of cherry juice prior of going to bed can help your senior loved to enjoy a fitful sleep. Cherries have this effect because of they are packed with melatonin, which regulates the natural sleep patterns.

  8. 6. Healthy for Diabetic Patients • If your senior loved one has a sweet tooth, cherries can provide satisfaction there as well. Compared to other fruits, cherries have a lower sugar count, so they are a much safer choice for those suffering from diabetes. Your elderly loved one can enjoy a handful of cherries, a cup of natural cherry juice or a home care assistant can even prepare a low-fat smoothie for them to satisfy their sweet craving.

  9. 7. Reduces Belly Fat • Good news for the seniors who want to lose some inches. Cherries have some wonderful properties which help in controlling the fats. So, it’s important to include cherries as a part of your daily diet.

  10. 8. Protection Against Alzheimer’s • The antioxidants in the cherries not only reduce inflammation, they also boost memory which gives protection against Alzheimer’s diseases. It is recommended by the Alzheimer’s Association include cherries in your daily diet.

  11. 9. Reduces Risk of Stroke • Cherries get their red color from anthocyanins. These antioxidants are also helpful in controlling fat and glucose metabolism. When fat and glucose are controlled, it reduces the risk of high cholesterol, regulates blood pressure and as mentioned above, keeps a check on diabetes, all the factors leading to stroke.

  12. 10. Heart Healthy • Another remarkable benefit associated with cherries is that they keep the heart healthy. The high levels of potassium present in this super fruit keep the heart rate and blood pressure under control, thus preventing the occurrence of hypertension. Along with other nutrients, phytosterols keep a check on the bad cholesterol.

  13. Home Care Assistance Roseville • For further details contact us at • Address : 6951 Douglas Blvd. Granite Bay, CA 95746 • Website : http://www.homecareassistanceroseville.com • Phone Number : 916-226-3737

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