Pomegranate juice- benefits heart diseases
According to a study, there are major health benefits of pomegranate extract.
1) Lowers oxidative stress
2) reduction in arterial plaque
3) lower levels of chemokrine, a chemical messenger linked to inflammation
4) Reduction in ECG abnormalities
5) Lower accumulation of lipids in the heart muscle
Moreover, according to a 2004 study, a 3-year clinical study showed that daily intake of pomegranate juice successfully reversed carotid artery stenosis by amazing 29 % in a period of 12 months. And, pomegranate may be a beneficial and a safer alternative to statins in unclogging the arteries and minimise the chance for cardiovascular problems.
If you still have doubts about the power of pomegranate and why it deserves to be a part of your nutrition-
Healing properties of pomegranate
1) Abundant in nutrients
Did you know that a cup of pomegranate seeds has 144 calories, 3 gm of protein, 7 gm of fiber, vitamins C & K, potassium and folate. This wonderful fruit also provides antioxidants that are vital for the protection from oxidative damage.
2) Possesses anti-inflammatory ability
Pomegranates will help you lower inflammation, avert heart illness, type 2 diabetes, obesity and Alzheimer's.
3) Fights off fungus and bad bacteria
The compounds of pomegranate are highly beneficial in destroying the bad bacteria in the body, as well as fungal infections.
4) Balances the blood pressure
According to a study, hypertensive individuals experienced a significant reduction in their blood pressure after drinking 150 ml of pomegranate juice on a daily basis for 14 days.
5) Rich in potent plant compounds
Punicalagins are potent antioxidants present in the peel and juice of pomegranate. The punicic acid in pomegranate seed oil is the major fatty acid in the seeds of pomegranate.
1) Lowers oxidative stress
2) reduction in arterial plaque
3) lower levels of chemokrine, a chemical messenger linked to inflammation
4) Reduction in ECG abnormalities
5) Lower accumulation of lipids in the heart muscle
Moreover, according to a 2004 study, a 3-year clinical study showed that daily intake of pomegranate juice successfully reversed carotid artery stenosis by amazing 29 % in a period of 12 months. And, pomegranate may be a beneficial and a safer alternative to statins in unclogging the arteries and minimise the chance for cardiovascular problems.
If you still have doubts about the power of pomegranate and why it deserves to be a part of your nutrition-
Healing properties of pomegranate
1) Abundant in nutrients
Did you know that a cup of pomegranate seeds has 144 calories, 3 gm of protein, 7 gm of fiber, vitamins C & K, potassium and folate. This wonderful fruit also provides antioxidants that are vital for the protection from oxidative damage.
2) Possesses anti-inflammatory ability
Pomegranates will help you lower inflammation, avert heart illness, type 2 diabetes, obesity and Alzheimer's.
3) Fights off fungus and bad bacteria
The compounds of pomegranate are highly beneficial in destroying the bad bacteria in the body, as well as fungal infections.
4) Balances the blood pressure
According to a study, hypertensive individuals experienced a significant reduction in their blood pressure after drinking 150 ml of pomegranate juice on a daily basis for 14 days.
5) Rich in potent plant compounds
Punicalagins are potent antioxidants present in the peel and juice of pomegranate. The punicic acid in pomegranate seed oil is the major fatty acid in the seeds of pomegranate.