5 Recovery-Boosting Tart Cherry Juice Smoothies & MocktailsThe athlete's secret weapon — tart cherry juice makes powerful recovery smoothies and relaxing nighttime mocktails.BenefitsMuscle Recovery: Reduces exercise-induced muscle damage and speeds recovery.Natural Sleep Aid: One of the few natural food sources of melatonin.Anti-Inflammatory: Anthocyanins rival some anti-inflammatory medications in studies.Joint Comfort: May help reduce symptoms of arthritis and gout.