Cherry bark infusions were used to treat colds and flu, while the fruit and juice were considered to be an effective remedy for gout, aches and arthritis. Modern research has shown that cherries actually do contain natural anti-inflammatory agents.

To today…

Detoxifier

Diuretic
cherry stems have the effect of increasing urine output

Febrifuge

Laxative

Recipe - Infusion
An infusion of cherry stems is an old remedy that has a mild and progressive effect.

1. boil 1 litre (4 cups) of water with a big handful of cherry stems for 10 minutes;
2. remove from the heat and infuse for 6 minutes; strain;
3. to improve the bitter medicinal taste of this drink, add a few drops of raspberry or black currant syrup or pour it over a cinnamon stick, some apple wedges or prunes
4. take one cup (250 ml) after meals