The attractive hard-shelled fruit with bright red, little edible seeds is not only packed with vitamins and minerals but is delicious too. Pomegranate is native to Iran. It is primarily cultivated in Mediterranean countries, parts of the United States, Afghanistan, Russia, India, China, and Japan. Pomegranate has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal values.
Pomegranates are a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and fibre. They are a potent source of antioxidants and polyphenols. The deep red hue of Pomegranate seeds comes from the phytochemical called ‘anthocyanins’, which are powerful antioxidants.
Health Benefits:
- The abundance of antioxidants in pomegranate helps protect cells from free radical damage, reduce inflammation and certain types of cancers.
- Pomegranates improve heart health by increasing the blood flow to the heart, prevent and reduce high blood pressure.
- They also help improve blood flow to the brain, improve memory and cognitive functions.
- Being rich in vitamin C and other immune-boosting nutrients they can help fight certain infections, prevent illness and promote skin health.
- Low in calories and rich in fibre, they help keep you satiated and help weight watchers to achieve their goals.
- Pomegranate juice is the new age sports drink that tends to enhance strength, endurance, aerobic performance and reduce post-workout soreness.
Pomegranates can be relished by itself as a fruit, can be added to salads, desserts, smoothies, breakfast cereals or used as a garnish. It is also popular in its juice form. Dried pomegranate called as ‘Anardana’ in India is popularly used in many curries.
After Go Green, Go Red should be the latest muse in the health arena; so go ahead and collect these precious rubies to add to your nutrient wealth.
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