Why don’t we throw away the cherry tails

Spring is the season for cherries. This stone fruit that delights gourmands is harvested approximately between mid-May and July; a season that is therefore meant to be short. In addition to being delicious with its sweet flavor and juicy texture, cherry is a true source of antioxidants, rich in beta-carotene, dietary fiber and potassium. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties make it an excellent ally for the health of seniors.

The health benefits of cherry tails

And it’s not just the fruit that’s full of nutritional benefits, since its tail and its nucleus are too. And for good reason, the cherry tail, also called peduncle, contains flavonoids. These molecules with antioxidant properties have the capacity to neutralize free radicals, which promote oxidative stress and thus aging of the body’s cells. The cherry tail also has diuretic, detoxifying and draining properties, which promote the elimination of toxins, increase urinary secretion and fight against water retention. These therapeutic virtues can in particular help (in addition to conventional treatments) to overcome urinary disorders such as cystitis, or else promote weight loss. Finally, cherry tails have anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce possible inflammations of the body.
Make an infusion of cherry tails

As you may have gathered, cherry tails have many health benefits. Be careful, however, peduncles are not edible like fruit! On the other hand, you can completely recycle it to make an infusion. A drink that is both ecological and economical, and will be a treasure for your organization. The recipe is simple:

Take 4 tablespoons of cherry tails

Boil 50 cl of water in a pan

Immerse the tails in the boiling water and then put out the fire

Let the tails brew for 20 minutes

Remove them and filter the water.

There you go, your infusion is ready! You can enjoy it hot or cold, depending on your desire.

How to recycle cherry pits

Cherry kernels can also be recycled. When temperatures get colder in the winter, you can use them to put them in a hot water bottle. Woman Current has cooked you a tutorial of sewing hot water bottle to be heated in the microwave. Ideal for warming up, it will also be of great help to relieve your aches and cramps.

You can also reuse your cherry pits to cook your pie bottoms, so that they don’t swell and cook evenly. Also, your nuclei can replace the clay beads in your flower boxes and planters. Not only will they absorb water better, but they will also redistribute it to your plants when they need it.