Montmorency sour cherry: The book

In the book about the Montmorency sour cherry, authors Tobias Duven and Dr. Jürgen Schwarzl explain the most important plant substances and the bioactive potential of this special type of cherry. The antioxidants it contains include anthocyanins , ellagic acid , salicylic acid , melatonin , polyphenols and flavonoids , which play an important role in combating oxidative stress . The book also explains how the sour cherry can help reduce oxidative damage and support the immune system.

The section “ Healing and Prevention with Tart Cherries from A to Z ” covers the 24 therapeutic properties of the Montmorency tart cherry. These range from helping with allergies , intolerances and inflammation to relieving oxidative stress . The chapter covers a wide range of health problems and shows how this cherry can help promote natural healing processes.

In addition, the different types of cherries , their correct cultivation , harvesting and the most important steps in processing into cherry products such as sour cherry concentrate , capsules , powder and dried cherries are explained. The historical chapter sheds light on the traditional use of sour cherries and their rediscovery as a medicinal fruit .

For practical use, the book provides various recipes with sour cherries for everyday use: Enjoy the cherry in breakfast , as a smoothie , dessert or as an ingredient in main courses and salads .

ISBN number : 978-3-86410-258-5