Cherries are a rich source of antioxidants and they prevent or repair the damage that is done to your body's cells by free radicals. They are also known to be potent anticancer agents. Apart from this, they relieve arthritis pain which is on the rise during the rainy season. Cherries also relieves stress and is known to prevent premature ageing.

Choose the right cherries :

Opt for cherries that are plump, have glossy skins and pleasing green stems. Do not select spongy, dull or injured fruit. Small hard cherries lack flavour and juice, although the smaller varieties turn out to be pretty sweet. You might find the cherries to have a tinge of yellow, but still you can purchase them. Make sure that you store the cherries in a plastic bag and keep it in the refrigerator, instead of keeping them outside. Cherries are highly perishable, so use as soon as possible.