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Cherry juice could be the new sports drink after scientists found it helps ease pain after running

by Pat Coate | May 30, 2009
"NSAIDS can have adverse effects ... you may be able to avoid by using a natural, whole food alternative like cherry juice to reduce muscle inflammation before exercise."
- Dr. Kerry Kuehl, sports-medicine physician

People who drank the unsweetened juice while training for a long distance relay reported much less duress after exercise than those who did not.

A growing body of research suggests cherries could reduce inflammation related to heart disease, arthritis and may even help maintain muscle strength for those suffering from fibromyalgia a common and chronic widespread pain disorder.

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