Target stubborn joint stiffness, encourage natural uric acid flushing, and enjoy deeper, more restorative sleep—without the extra sugar and calories found in cherry juice.
✓ Guaranteed 0.8% Anthocyanins (6.8 mg per serving)Every day, your body breaks down natural compounds called purines, found in foods like red meats, seafood, beer, and gravies. The natural byproduct of this breakdown is uric acid. Normally, your kidneys filter uric acid out through your urine without any issues.
Think of uric acid in your blood like sugar dissolved in warm tea: as long as the level stays balanced, it remains dissolved and harmless. But if levels climb too high—or if your kidneys cannot eliminate it fast enough—the acid precipitates into tiny, microscopic crystals shaped like needle points.
These sharp urate crystals collect in cooler extremities, most frequently the big toe, ankles, knees, and fingers. Your body's immune system detects these sharp crystals as invaders, triggering sudden swelling, redness, and severe joint tenderness.
Montmorency tart cherries (Prunus cerasus) are naturally rich in deep red plant pigments called anthocyanins. These bioactive antioxidants act through two distinct pathways:
Anthocyanins assist your kidneys in processing and filtering circulating urate out into the urine, helping keep blood levels within a comfortable, healthy baseline range.
Laboratory research indicates that tart cherry polyphenols modulate cyclooxygenase enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2)—the same chemical pathways targeted by common over-the-counter pain relievers—helping ease joint discomfort naturally.
When joint tissues encounter friction or metabolic waste, free radicals create oxidative damage. Tart cherry’s high oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) helps neutralize these unstable molecules before they stress delicate cartilage.
Unlike ordinary herbal fads, tart cherry has been the subject of numerous clinical trials examining joint health, serum urate concentrations, and nighttime sleep architecture:
In a landmark crossover study of 633 individuals with elevated joint sensitivity, consuming cherry extract over a 48-hour window was associated with a 35% lower risk of recurrent gout attacks compared to periods without intake. When combined with conventional support, the risk dropped by 75%.
Citation: Zhang Y, Neogi T, Chen C, Chaisson C, Hunter DJ, Choi HK. Cherry consumption and decreased risk of recurrent gout attacks. Arthritis & Rheumatism. 2012;64(12):4004-4011. doi:10.1002/art.34677. PMID: 23023818.A clinical trial published in the Journal of Nutrition revealed that healthy volunteers who consumed tart cherries experienced an acute reduction in circulating plasma urate levels within 5 hours, along with increased urinary urate excretion and reduced C-reactive protein (a key marker of whole-body inflammation).
Citation: Jacob RA, Spinozzi GM, Simon VA, et al. Consumption of cherries lowers plasma urate in healthy women. The Journal of Nutrition. 2003;133(6):1826-1829. doi:10.1093/jn/133.6.1826. PMID: 12771324.Tart cherries are one of nature's few botanical sources of bioavailable melatonin and tryptophan. In a double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study, tart cherry supplementation significantly increased total urinary melatonin metabolites while improving sleep duration and overall sleep efficiency.
Citation: Howatson G, Bell PG, Tallent J, Middleton B, McHugh MP, Ellis J. Effect of tart cherry juice (Prunus cerasus) on melatonin levels and enhanced sleep quality. European Journal of Nutrition. 2012;51(8):909-916. doi:10.1007/s00394-011-0263-7. PMID: 22038497.While drinking tart cherry juice is a common folk remedy, liquid juice has significant drawbacks for those watching their uric acid. Standard tart cherry juice contains upwards of 25 to 30 grams of fruit sugar (fructose) per glass. High fructose consumption is known to trigger the production of uric acid in the liver—directly opposing your wellness goals.
Solaray prides itself on 100% label disclosure. Every batch undergoes strict chromatography and microbial testing to confirm active anthocyanin concentrations and ensure total freedom from heavy metals, pesticides, and residual solvents.
Serving Size: 2 VegCaps
Servings Per Container: 45
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) (fruit extract) (Guaranteed to contain 6.8 mg [0.8%] Anthocyanins) |
850 mg * |
* Daily Value not established.
Active Ingredient: Standardized Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruit Extract (850 mg per serving / 425 mg per capsule).
Other Ingredients: Maltodextrin (from Non-GMO Corn), Vegetable Cellulose Capsule, Silica, Organic Rice Extract Blend, and Cellulose.
✓ Formulated without artificial colors, preservatives, gelatin, dairy, or gluten.
Take 2 VegCaps twice daily (a total of 4 capsules per day) with a full glass of water or with meals. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day works synergistically with tart cherry to assist your kidneys in flushing dissolved wastes.
For joint and uric acid support, take your first serving with breakfast and your second with dinner. If using primarily for sleep and muscle recovery, take 2 VegCaps roughly 60 to 90 minutes before your planned bedtime.
Precautions & Drug Interactions:Do not use if the safety seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. Consult your licensed healthcare provider prior to using tart cherry supplements if you are pregnant, nursing, taking prescription blood thinners (such as warfarin or aspirin), or have severe pre-existing renal disease.
Clinical evaluations demonstrate that tart cherry anthocyanins begin clearing through the bloodstream and influencing urinary urate clearance within 5 hours of intake. However, for cumulative joint ease and sustained uric acid management, daily consistent use over 2 to 4 weeks is typically recommended.
Solaray Tart Cherry provides a verified, standardized extract guaranteed to deliver 0.8% (6.8 mg) anthocyanins per 2-VegCap serving. Unlike store-bought cherry juice, which contains over 25 grams of fructose per cup, these capsules are calorie-free, sugar-free, and will not cause acid-induced tooth enamel erosion.
Yes. Solaray Tart Cherry is formulated for long-term daily dietary support. Its botanical profile acts as a gentle, natural food-based extract that works best when taken consistently alongside a balanced, lower-purine diet and adequate hydration.
No. While tart cherries contain natural trace melatonin and tryptophan that encourage healthy circadian rhythms at night, they do not function like synthetic sleep sedatives. Taking your serving during daylight hours will not cause daytime lethargy or grogginess.
Yes. This formula utilizes 100% plant-derived VegCaps made from vegetable cellulose, avoiding animal-derived gelatin capsules entirely. It is non-GMO and suitable for strict vegetarian and vegan lifestyles.
No. Solaray Tart Cherry is a dietary supplement designed to nourish joint comfort and encourage normal uric acid clearance; it is not intended to treat, cure, or substitute for medically prescribed pharmaceuticals (such as allopurinol or colchicine). Always talk with your doctor before altering any prescribed drug regimen.
