Country Spoon cherry capsules are made 100% from USA grown Montmorency red tart cherries. Many other cherry capsules use other varieties of tart cherry. The Montmorency variety of tart cherry is the variety that has been shown to provide the greatest health benefits. Don't settle for foreign off-varieties for your health benefits! The anthocyanins found in Montmorency tart cherries have many beneficial health benefits. Tart cherries have been shown in studies to aid in joint comfort by keeping the body's production of uric acid down. The body produces excess uric acid by eating certain foods and drinking alcohol. Montmorency tart cherries have a higher level of antioxidants than almost all other foods. Antioxidants help the body combat the damage caused by free radicals. The anti-inflamatory properties of Montmorency tart cherries can aid in muscle recovery. If you work out and exercise, cherries can help your muscles recover faster helping you achieve your desired results. Tart cherries have naturally occurring levels of melatonin. Melatonin is produced naturally in the body to help regulate sleep patterns.