Pomegranates amazing health benefits
Pomegranate is one of the strongest antioxidant
found in nature and it has been cherished for their exquisite beauty, flavor,
color and health benefits for centuries. Antioxidants repair free radical damage
which causes premature aging that robs the body of its youthful appearance. Lower
risk of heart disease, lower risk of cancer, especially Prostate and breast,
Lessen Symptoms of Diarrhea, reduce cholesterol, control your weight, fight
cell damage. From their distinctive crown to their ruby red arils, pomegranates
are royalty amongst fruit. They are symbolic of prosperty and abundance in
virtually every civilization. This have great source of antioxidants, minerals
and vitamins A, E, K and B vitamins.
Health
benefits of Pomegranates
Take daily a glass of pomegranate juice it cact like
Viagra, new research shows. Nearly half the men who drank it for a month in the
American study said they found it easier to rise to the occasion. It is thought
the juice is rich in antioxidants which increase blood supply to the tackle. Just
like drugs for imporence, the antioxidants raise levels of nitric oxide, which
relaxes blood vessel walls. Fifty three volunteers aged 21 to 70 with mild to
moderate problems-drank 8fl oz with their evening meal. Researcher Dr
Christopher forest, of the University of California in loss angels, said “pomegranate
juice has great potential in the management of erectile dysfunction.” Pomegranates
have already been hailed a super fruit capable of reducing the risk of heart
disease and preventing prostate cancer. The fruit is believed to have more
antioxidants than any other juice, tea or red wine. And in Greece it is a
symbol of fertility.
Oxidant stress, which occurs during normal energy metabolism,
creates highly reactive free radicals that can damage organs and tissues. A study
published in the April 2010 issue of “Biomedicine and pharmacotherapy” found
that ellagic acide protects liver cells from oxidative stress by reacting with
free radicals before they can cause damage. Ellagic acid may alter the
metabolism of certain medications or other dietary supplements, so it is
important to consult with your healthcare provider before taking ellagic acid.
According to a research study in the august 2010
issue of “Experimental Dermatology” ellagic acid has several benefits for the
skin. Collagen is an important protein that adds elasticity to skin and
degradation can lead to wrinkles. Ellagic acid was shown to inhibit the
production of MNPs by ultraviolet light and thus help prevent wrinkles. Ellagic
acid was also shown to weaken a variety of ultraviolet light-induced
inflammatory molecules that play a role in skin damage.
This fruit is rich in vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, B9,
B5, vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Potassium, Protein, Deity
fibers, Anti-oxidants & Flavanoids. High levels of compound called punicalagins
or Anti-oxidants provides following health benefits.
Improves blood flow to heart & protects blood
vessels, lowers cholesterol & prevents heart blockages, regular intake
prevents aggregation of platelets, formation of blood clots, inhibits breast
cancer, prostrate & colon cancer, leukemia etc, keeps osteoarthritis at bay
as it prevents cartilage degeneration, strengthens immunity, helps weight loss,
best food during pregnancy, good for both mother & baby. Prevent brain
injury & premature birth.
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