Pomegranate Juice shows promising health potential.
Pomegranates have been cultivated since ancient times throughout the Mediterranean region and northern India, They have been used as a source for traditional remedies in the middle and the Far East regions for over thousands of years. They are high in antioxidants, potassium, vitamin C, a great source of fiber and full of beneficial nutrients.
Limited Research Versus Actual Marketing
Researchers are still studying the health benefits of pomegranate juice and pomegranate extract on humans. Pomegranate juice manufacturers and marketers have made unproven claims about pomegranate juice’s anti-disease benefits using limited research data. The majority of these anti-disease benefits claims have yet to be proven on human test subjects.
Based on research data below is an outline of promising pomegranates juice health benefits.
Lowers the Risk of Heart Disease
Pomegranate juice keeps the arteries flexible and decreases inflammation in the lining of the blood vessels. It supports the cardiovascular system by preventing damage to arterial walls and promotes healthy blood pressure levels; promoting improved blood flow to both the heart and brain, thus preventing or reversing atherosclerosis [1].
Promote Cardiovascular Health
It’s a natural aspirin, which keeps the blood from coagulating and forming blood clots. It acts like a blood thinner allowing a clear flow of blood throughout the body [2].
Fights Bacterial and Fungal infections
It significantly reduces microbes that are found in the mouth commonly responsible for cavities and staph infections. Its anti-microbial properties make it an inhibitor of HIV transmission. Out of all the fruits, pomegranate has the highest potential to inhibit the transmission of HIV-1 [3], [4].
Reduces Risk of Cancer
Pomegranate fruit is rich in antioxidant tannins and flavonoids, it has exceptional healing qualities. Recent research has demonstrated that pomegranate extracts selectively inhibit the growth of breast, prostate, colon and lung cancer cells [4].
- Fights Breast Cancer – Pomegranate juice destroys breast cancer cells and leaves the healthy cells alone. It may also prevent breast cancer cells from forming [4].
- Prevents Lung Cancer – Pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer cells [4].
- Slows Prostate Cancer – Pomegranate juice slowed the progression of prostate cancer in men who had surgery or radiation treatment for the disease. Eight ounces of pomegranate juice per day kept PSA levels stable and reduced the need for further treatment [5].
Pomegranate Juice
Promotes Oral Health
Pomegranate juice significantly decreases microbes that are found in the mouth, commonly responsible for cavities and staph infections. It helps kill the bacteria that promotes dental plaque and it also helps heal gum disease. Research suggests that drinking pomegranate juice may be a natural way to prevent dental plaque.
Boosts the Immune System
Pomegranate juice contains high contents of antioxidants that stimulate the white blood cells to neutralize toxins in the body to promote a strong and healthy immune system.
Improves Memory
Pomegranate Juice prevents plaque from building up in the arteries and may reverse present plaque buildup. It protects the brain against oxidative stress-induced changes that can lead to Alzheimer’s [6].
Improves Physical Performance
Pomegranate juice significantly reduces muscle soreness and improves muscle recovery after strenuous exercise [7], [8].
Fights Arthritis and Joint pain
Inflammation in the body destroys joint cartilage. Pomegranate juice inhibits the enzymes that break down cartilage which improves physical function, reduced joint stiffness and decreased cartilage deterioration [9].
For sure, more research needs to be conducted to gain more definitive knowledge about the pomegranate’s health benefits on humans. So far the pomegranate’s future is looking very promising.
Source:
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomegranate
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