Montmorency Cherries have a long history of use as a natural medicine.  They were originally brought to the old world by Roman legions from Asian conquests.  They made their way to the New World in the late 19th/early 20th century.

Substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals.

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Powerful antioxidants that can prevent cellular damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Lutein, Zeaxanthin, for eye health Alpha-Carotene, Trans-Beta Carotene Cis-Beta Carotene, Lycopene for heart health.

Here is a great resource for learning about phytochemicals.

Some of the common anti-oxidants in tart cherry (and seabuckthorn):

• Anthocyanins
• Proanthocyanidins
• Tannins
• Resveratrol
• Quercetin
• Carotenes
• Lutein and Zeaxanthin
• Astaxanthin
• Lycopene
• Melatonin