FitorexTart cherry
A signal for targeted recovery, not for chronic use.
What it is for
Possible reduction in muscle soreness (DOMS) and support for sleep.
How it works
Rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory anthocyanins; it contains some melatonin.
Dosing
~250–500 mg of extract or concentrated juice.
When to take it
On days around competition or very demanding sessions.
Safety
Safe as a food.
Side effects
A calorie contribution if it is juice; rare digestive discomfort.
Interactions
None relevant.
Contraindications
None in healthy people.
Who it has been studied in
Endurance athletes during competition phases.
Frequently asked
Should I take it all the time?
Better occasionally: chronically high antioxidants could blunt adaptations.
- Evidence tier
- C
- Quality
- Low-moderate
- Studies
- A few small RCTs
- Consensus
- No consensus
- Controversy
- It could interfere with adaptations if overused
- Reviewed
- 2023
Strength of evidence out of 5.