Common Names: sweet cherry
This study found that consuming dark sweet cherries may lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation in obese adults.
Cherries improve gut health by decreasing harmful bacteria and increasing beneficial bacteria in obese individuals. No changes in intestinal permeability observed. Future research recommended for obese individuals with increased intestinal permeability.
Study on genus Prunus in India found 19 important species with nutritional and economic value. Newly discovered species shows potential for pharmacological research due to high phenolic content and therapeutic significance. The genus exhibits antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and hypoglycemic properties, making it important for further study.
GABA treatment at 50 mM concentration improves fruit quality, extends storage period by 2 weeks, enhances antioxidant properties, and increases bioactive compound content in sweet cherries.
This study obtained a high-quality genome of the apricot variety 'Xiaobaixing', which revealed specific genes associated with sweetness/bitterness traits and amygdalin synthesis. This information can help identify and regulate the quality of apricot kernels.