Montmorency tart cherries contain powerful antioxidants and phyto-chemicals. The concentrate contains significant amounts of melatonin that helps promote deep sleep. Further, it has properties that relieve pain from gout and arthritis. It is at least 10 times more active than aspirin. The latest research at Michigan State University indicates that Tart Cherry anthocyanins are better at protecting artery walls from plaque build-up and heart disease than vitamin C and E. This concentrate can also be helpful as a preventative for cancer and help in tumor regression.