Background Info
The pomegranate is mentioned in almost every ancient scripture as a 'wonder fruit'
Pomegranate fruit is known to have high content of flavonoid and anthocyanidin antioxidants. Pomegranate seeds are a rich source of dietary fiber, pectin, and sugars. Dried pomegranate seeds contain the steroid estrogen estrone and phytoestrogens genistein, daidzein, and coumestrol. Pomegranate also contains amino acids such as glutamic and aspartic acids. Polyphenol flavonoids in pomegranate include catechins, ellagic tannins, and gallic and ellagic acids. The antioxidant composition and capacity may vary between pomegranate juice, peel and seeds. A study reported a higher antioxidant activity in the peel than the juice of pomegranate.
Benefits
- Fights Breast Cancer; Lung Cancer Prevention; Slows Prostate Cancer
- Keeps PSA Levels Stable
- Protects the Neonatal Brain
- Prevention of Osteoarthritis
- Protects the Arteries
- Alzheimer's Disease Prevention
- Lowers Cholesterol
- Lowers Blood Pressure
- Dental Protection
References
Pomegranates: 21st Century Superfood (Reader's Digest)