Being active has its perks. Helps with your mental state, keeps your cardiovascular system in check and let’s not forget…you look better naked. But with all these great benefits comes a small, but painful cost. Sore muscles…Being sore as f*ck after a leg day is our version of hell.
Thankfully we have foam rollers, massage guns, and alcohol to help with our soreness. But surely, we can’t be the only species that experiences sore muscles. If you’re sore after a hike with your dog, chances are they are too. However, your dog probably isn’t going to be a fan of the massage gun or foam roller method…So how do we help them out? The answer is simple, Cherries. Specifically Tart cherry extract. Found in our product, Rally.
Tart cherry extract is a natural supplement that has been gaining popularity in recent years for its potential health benefits for dogs. In this article, we'll explore the scientific evidence on the use of tart cherry extract in dogs and how it can benefit their health.
Tart cherry extract is made from tart cherries (shocker), a fruit that contains high levels of beneficial compounds such as anthocyanins, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These compounds may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in dogs, which can contribute to a range of health issues such as arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.
Studies have investigated the safety and effectiveness of tart cherry extract in humans and dogs, with promising results. Based on the available scientific evidence, anthocyanins may provide several potential health benefits for dogs, including:
- Reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, which can contribute to a range of health issues such as arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.
- Improved cognitive function in elderly dogs
- Reducing muscle damage and inflammation caused by exercise.
- Providing relief from clinical signs of osteoarthritis, such as joint pain and stiffness.
So next time you’re bitching about your sore legs and your dog is toughing it out. Give them some Rally to help their muscles recover from their workout just like yours do.
References:
Bowtell, Joanna L.;Sumners, David Paul1; Dyer, Amy; Fox, Patrick; Mileva, Katya N. Montmorency Cherry Juice Reduces Muscle Damage Caused by Intensive Strength Exercise. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 43(8):p 1544-1551, August 2011.
Khoo HE, Azlan A, Tang ST, Lim SM. Anthocyanidins and anthocyanins: colored pigments as food, pharmaceutical ingredients, and the potential health benefits. Food Nutr Res. 2017;61(1):1361779. Published 2017 Aug 13.
Lee M-J, Park M, Lee H-J. Dietary Supplemented Anthocyanin Reduced Serum Amyloid Beta Oligomers and Improved Cognitive Dysfunction Scores in Elderly Dogs. Applied Sciences. 2022; 12(23):12130.