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Dark Sweet Cherries May Slow Aggressive Breast Cancer Growth

3/7/2026

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Texas A&M University researchers report that dark sweet cherries may slow the growth of aggressive triple-negative breast cancer, focusing on anthocyanins.
In mouse experiments, cherry extract given before tumor introduction slowed tumor growth and produced no side effects.
In contrast, mice receiving chemotherapy alone experienced weight loss and delayed tumor growth.
Further studies are needed to determine whether effects observed in mice apply to humans.

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Texas A&M University researchers report that dark sweet cherries may slow the growth of aggressive triple-negative breast cancer, focusing on anthocyanins.
In mouse experiments, cherry extract given before tumor introduction slowed tumor growth and produced no side effects.
In contrast, mice receiving chemotherapy alone experienced weight loss and delayed tumor growth.
Further studies are needed to determine whether effects observed in mice apply to humans.