A group of dynamic athletes, including San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel and WNBA New York Liberty forward Michaela Onyewere, are sharing their secret for faster recovery: tart cherry juice. Both sports stars refuel daily with wellness beverage Cheribundi, a naturally tart cherry juice packed with Vitamin A and C, potassium, manganese, and antioxidants. The nutrient-rich performance drink is proven to reduce muscle soreness, boost immunity, and guarantee a faster recovery post-workout.

At least fifteen independent, peer-reviewed, scientific studies have proven consuming at least eight ounces of tart cherry juice for several days accelerates recovery after exercise reduces inflammation, improves sleep, and helps you recover from workouts more quickly. Formulated through a proprietary filtration process and made in the USA, Cheribundi’s purpose is to fuel professional and every athlete’s daily progress, no matter where you are in your fitness journey.

“I was first introduced to the brand in college at South Carolina and really started to double down on it during my second pro season after my injury,” says NFL receiver Samuel who was named a First-Team All Pro and selected to the Pro Bowl following his spectacular 2021 season. “During my recovery process, I was able to truly experience the benefits of the antioxidant power of tart cherries first-hand and it’s become an essential part of my daily routine.”

As the reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, Onyewere admits, “I drink Cheribundi’s tart cherry juice everyday to prevent inflammation and sleep more deeply, because I play my best when I feel the best and this performance aid helps me do that.”

Both Deebo and Onyewere feel so strongly about the brand’s effectiveness, they have joined as the first-ever athlete investors.

Article by Jenn Barthole for Ebony.