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*Based on a 2,000 calorie diet. One cup of raw cherries contains about 90 calories, 22 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams fiber and 1.4 grams protein. Cherries are a good source of vitamin C, providing about 15 percent of your daily needs in one cup worth. Cherries' beautiful reddish maroon pigment comes from health protective anthocyanins.
5 Incredible Health Benefits of Eating Cherries. Fresh, canned or frozen, this flavourful stone fruit is great for your health. Nothing says summer like fresh-picked cherries warmed by the sun. The many varieties grown in Canada can be divided into sweet (mostly eaten raw) and sour (often baked into crisps and pies). All are packed with impressive nutrients. Here are just some of the amazing health benefits of this delicious summer fruit: