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Sweet Cherries: Small but Packed With Powerful Phytochemicals

These little, polyphenol-rich fruits may help support your pet's health in various ways, all while being a tasty treat! Have you tried offering them to your pet?

Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker

• 6 min read
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STORY AT-A-GLANCE

  • Sweet cherries contain polyphenols to help support pet health in various ways, such as helping manage inflammation, promote gut health and reduce the risk of cancer
  • Sweet cherries contain lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids that accumulate in the retina and may help promote eye health
  • When feeding sweet cherries to your pet, moderation is required because of their sugar content
  • Be sure to remove cherry pits before feeding to your pet, as they can be a potential choking hazard

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bark & whiskers disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your own veterinarian or doctor. Dr. Karen Becker cannot answer specific questions about your pet's medical issues or make medical recommendations for your pet without first establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Your pet's medical protocol should be given by your holistic veterinarian.

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