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Tartcherryjuice is all over social media these days, especially on TikTok.

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In fact, the hashtag#TartCherryJuicehas more than 30 million views on TikTok.

But does tart cherryjuicereally help you fall asleep easily and sleep more deeply?

Anecdotal evidence delivers a thumbs up.

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Some clinical studies suggest tart cherries are a useful sleep enhancer.

Why is that important?

Other research published in theEuropean Journal of Nutritionin 2012 demonstrated similar results.

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Urine tests showed “significantly elevated” melatonin in the cherry juice group but not in the placebo group.

Tart cherries have long been used as a treatment for gout and peripheral neuropathy.