Tart cherry (Montmorency) concentrate contains anthocyanins that inhibit COX-1 and COX-2 comparably to 200mg ibuprofen. A 2010 study found tart cherry juice (30mL 2x/day) reduced post-marathon muscle soreness and inflammation markers (CRP, IL-6) by 50%. Also contains natural melatonin — a 2012 study found tart cherry juice increased melatonin levels and improved sleep duration by 34 minutes. Gout: reduced uric acid by 14% and gout flares by 35%. Dose: 30-60mL tart cherry juice concentrate/day or 480-960mg capsules. CherryPURE® is the studied branded extract. --- *Reviewed by the Dose AI Research Team and Clinical Advisory Board* *Last updated: 2026-04-06*
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