10 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Cherries
Did you know that February is National Cherry Month? Some say that the month is dedicated to cherries because of George Washington’s birthday and his lifelong association with cherries. Others say it’s a time to kick off the publicity for the cherry festivals that begin throughout the country in late March and April and continue throughout the summer. Or cherries might even be associated with February because of Valentine’s Day and the tasty chocolate-covered cherries often given as a gift.
Whatever the reason, here are 10 things you might not know about cherries:
2. Cherries are a rich source of antioxidants and are packed with potassium, vitamin C and B complex, and melatonin. The health benefits of eating cherries include pain relief, prevention of heart disease and cancer, as well as reducing inflammation.