It is the fruit that Pluto gave to Persephone to “lock” her with Hades!
Pomegranate is rich in vitamins (A , C, E, folic acid) , iron , potassium and fibers, it also has very few calories.Indeed , a pomegranate covers 40 % of the amount of vitamin C and 25 % of folic acid that daily an adult need. It is rich in three different forms of antioxidants ( tannins , anthocyanins , ellagic acid) and the total antioxidant capacity is estimated to be 2-3 times greater than red wine or green tea. In a recent study , it was shown that pomegranate and various berry varieties have powerful antioxidant activity at the cellular level , compared to 25 other fruits tested.
It’s full of benefits!
Thanks to its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory , antitussive , astringent , healing and antidiarrheal properties, pomegranate juice is used for therapeutic purposes over the centuries. Among the others, prevents the oxidation of “bad” cholesterol (LDL), which is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease ,and appears to reduce levels of total and “bad” cholesterol in diabetic patients with hyperlipidemia .Protects from brain damage , throwing blood pressure and there is evidence that long-term consumption improves sexual function of men with erectile dysfunction .It also considers to be contribute to the prevention of skin cancer , breast and prostate. Used to treat chronic diarrhea , dysentery and bleeding , and to treat osteoarthritis .Finally, cleans and protects the skin , is used in treatment of burns and the herpes virus and reduces wrinkles and ulcers .
Ways to enjoy :
Apart from the natural juice of the pomegranate , there are other ways to take advantage of its beneficial properties .
- Make decoction : to 1 liter of boiling water , add 1 cup of pomegranate peel and boil for 3′ .Wait to cool and strain . You can drink one glass 10′ before food , for 15 daysThe pomegranate contribute to the better functioning of the gastrointestinal system .
- Do washes and gargles :The leaves of pomegranate used ,, in cases of haemorrhoids but also for sore throats .In a cup of water , add 8-10 leaves and cook for 10 minutes. For the first case drink it cold before bed and for the second do warm gargles , 2-3 times a day for as long as needed.
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