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Pomegranates
Pomegranates originated in tropical Asia but have been cultivated throughout the Mediterranean and the Middle East. The name pomegranate evolves from Middle French, pomme garnete, meaning "seeded apple". Sometimes it is referred to as “Chinese apple”. Pomegranate's botanical name translates as "apple with many seeds." The pomegranate's rustic beauty has long been the inspiration of poets, writers, painters and sculptors. Pomegranates are considered favored by the gods. Pomegranates burst with seeds and symbolize fertility in Chinese, Greek, Persian, Roman and Hebrew lore. They symbolize hope in Christian art and prosperity in Jewish tradition.
Scientists believe that free radical damage accumulates with age. Antioxidants may help protect the body from free radical damage. Pomegranates contain antioxidants like polyphenols, tannins and anthocyannins which removes free radicals from our body cells. It also helps in repair of cells and boosts the immune system. Studies show that pomegranate juice limits the genetic tendency toward hardening of the arteries. Pomegranate juice is a powerhouse health drink. The health benefits of pomegranate are amazing whether you drink juice, eat seeds, use it as an extract, syrup, molasses, paste, nectar or concentrate.
Its healthy juice contains more antioxidants than red wine, green tea, and other fruits, therefore lowering cholesterol and preventing heart attack and stroke. Beside its anti-aging capabilities, the fruit is also thought to lower blood pressure, help kidney disorders, and inhibit cancer of the colon, breast, skin and prostate.
Scientists believe that free radical damage accumulates with age. Antioxidants may help protect the body from free radical damage. Pomegranates contain antioxidants like polyphenols, tannins and anthocyannins which removes free radicals from our body cells. It also helps in repair of cells and boosts the immune system. Studies show that pomegranate juice limits the genetic tendency toward hardening of the arteries. Pomegranate juice is a powerhouse health drink. The health benefits of pomegranate are amazing whether you drink juice, eat seeds, use it as an extract, syrup, molasses, paste, nectar or concentrate.
Its healthy juice contains more antioxidants than red wine, green tea, and other fruits, therefore lowering cholesterol and preventing heart attack and stroke. Beside its anti-aging capabilities, the fruit is also thought to lower blood pressure, help kidney disorders, and inhibit cancer of the colon, breast, skin and prostate.
One Pomegranate Contains:
80 Calories in a ½ cup of pomegranate arils
5 g dietary fiber
26 g carbohydrates
26 g sugar
5 mg sodium
3% Vitamin A
16% Vitamin C
3% Iron
180 mg potassium
A rich source of Vitamin K, Vitamin B6 and Pantothenic Acid
Niacin and Folate are present in traces
Diarrhea
Pomegranate juice is a mild astringent, used to treat diarrhea, and reduces some fevers.
Antioxidant
Pomegranate contains many phytochemicals with antioxidant action.
Skin Whitening
Studies have shown that ellagic acid can suppress UV-induced skin pigmentation when applied topically or when administered orally.
Pomegranate flowers are used to make a red dye. Pomegranate juice is used for the production of grenadine. With its high tannin content, pomegranate rind can be used to tan leather.
Pomegranate juice is a mild astringent, used to treat diarrhea, and reduces some fevers.
Antioxidant
Pomegranate contains many phytochemicals with antioxidant action.
Skin Whitening
Studies have shown that ellagic acid can suppress UV-induced skin pigmentation when applied topically or when administered orally.
Pomegranate flowers are used to make a red dye. Pomegranate juice is used for the production of grenadine. With its high tannin content, pomegranate rind can be used to tan leather.
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