Discover the Nutritious Benefits and Fun Facts of TruStar Sweet Cherries

Manage Anxiety

Cherries contain the flavonoid quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that may promote feelings of calmness and help the body manage stress.

Make You Happy

Cherries are a natural source of melatonin and serotonin, which might help regulate sleep cycles, improve mood, and prevent stress.

Manage Anxiety

Cherries contain the flavonoid quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that may promote feelings of calmness and help the body manage stress.

Make You Happy

Cherries are a natural source of melatonin and serotonin, which might help regulate sleep cycles, improve mood, and prevent stress.

Health Benefits of Cherries

Anti-Inflammatory

May help to reduce inflammation and symptoms of arthritis.

Source: Arthritis Foundation

Lowering Cholesterol

May help in lowering levels of bad cholesterol.

Source: American Heart Association

Heart Health

Good source of potassium which may help to regulate blood pressure.

Source: American Heart Association

Control Blood Sugar

May have a role in regulating blood glucose levels.

Source: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

Fun Facts About Cherries

A cherry tree can grow 33 feet in height.
A typical cherry tree produces 7,000 cherries!
A typical cherry tree produces 7,000 cherries!
A cherry tree can survive and produce fruit for around 100 years.
There are over 1,000 kinds of cherries, but only two main types: sweet and tart.

A cherry tree can grow 33 feet in height.

A typical cherry tree produces 7,000 cherries!

A cherry tree can survive and produce fruit for around 100 years.

There are over 1,000 kinds of cherries, but only two main types: sweet and tart.

TruStar Cherry and Thyme Jam

(vegan & gluten-free)

TruStar Cherry and Thyme Jam

Ingredients

  • 1lb pitted TruStar Sweet Cherries – chopped
  • 4 oz water
  • 4 oz water
  • 12 oz honey
  • 1 lemon – juiced

Instructions

Mix all the ingredients in a medium sized saucepan. Cook at high heat.

Cook on high heat and bring to boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Let it cool then pour into safe glass or other non-plastic container before putting in the fridge.

Refrigerate until cold and enjoy!

TruStar Sweet Cherries

Product of Chile

Available November through February

TruStar Sweet Cherries Pouch

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (140g/5.0 oz)
Calories: 100

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 16g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 0.5mg 2%
Potassium 350mg 8%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.