Pomegranate is the symbol of health and eternal life. Pomegranate juice is potent antioxidant. Even stronger than the red wine and green tea. According to some studies, a glass of pomegranate juice is three times healthier than the same quantity of green tea, blueberry or cranberry. This protective effect is connected to Phytochemicals – polyphenols, tannins, and anthocyanins. Just a cup of juice per day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases In traditional medicine, this product is used to eliminate intestinal parasites.
Nutritive value and benefits from Pomegranate juice:
The average energy value of 100 grams of pomegranate is 74 kCal. It is a rich source of potassium. It also contains magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, copper. Carotenoids, vitamins C and B-vitamin are also a part of this fruit.
Pomegranate juice prevents oxidation of LDL-cholesterol. This means it prevents arteriosclerosis. This juice has a chemotherapeutic effect on cancer cells especially on those in the prostate. Pomegranate possesses strong antioxidants and has anti – inflammatory effects. Pomegranate extract has the ability to slow down growing and to destroy cancer cells in the prostate.
Usually, some people like to eat the fruit whole grains, and then consume the seeds and flesh of the fruit. This habit is very useful because the seeds have many beneficial substances including fibers. Always pay attention when buying fruits to be heavy, round and about the size of an orange. The larger the fruit the more juice it has. Pomegranate can be kept to a month in a cool, dry place, or in the refrigerator for approximatelly two months. Fresh juice should be consumed immediately!
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