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3.5/5 Moderate evidence

Recovery evidence brief

Tart cherry

May reduce soreness and support recovery after damaging exercise, but effects depend on protocol and outcome.

Moderate evidence recovery / endurance 6 linked sources Content audit 2026-05-04

Headline Finding

2026 athlete meta-analysis: CRP lower post, 24 h, and 48 h; soreness and CK effects were not pooled-significant.

Dose Context

Use standardized Montmorency cherry products around demanding blocks, not year-round by default.

Important Caveat

Anti-inflammatory strategies may not be ideal during every adaptation-focused training phase.

Source Drawer

Linked Research

6 papers and evidence links - audit 2026-05-04
  1. Review Exercise recovery review
  2. Systematic review Systematic review
  3. Meta-analysis Athlete meta-analysis
  4. Systematic review PubMed systematic review record
  5. Meta-analysis Inflammation biomarker meta-analysis
  6. Review Athlete literature review

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The score reflects evidence that the supplement does its stated job. Some jobs are direct, such as strength, endurance, or recovery; others are indirect, such as sleep, mood, appetite, or health support. A real effect can still receive a cautious practical rating when dose, safety, product quality, or audience fit remain uncertain.

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