By Linda Carney MD on November 19, 2014
Category: Health Issues

Pomegranate's Powerful Health Benefits

Pomegranate season is here! This beautiful fruit provides numerous health benefits and can be used to embellish many holiday dishes. According to two of Dr. Joel Fuhrman's articles, the time spent seeding this fruit is well worth it. The phytochemical compounds in pomegranates are the most "powerful anti-oxidant of all fruits" and supports a healthy immune system. "Pomegranate contains a unique and powerful antioxidant called punicalagin, which measurably reduces oxidative stress in healthy humans. Much research has shown that pomegranate's potent antioxidant capacity provides protection against heart disease, cancer and cognitive impairment." We've listed the many health benefits below:

Anti-Cancer Benefits

Protective Against Heart Disease

Supports Brain Function

Dr. Fuhrman's article states "many studies show that the pomegranate is one of the most powerful, nutrient dense foods for overall good health. These clinical findings clearly show a correlation between pomegranate compounds and their positive effect on both human and animal cardiovascular, nervous, and skeletal health." In addition to the above benefits, pomegranates also "stimulate serotonin and estrogen receptors, improving symptoms of depression." Purchase several pomegranates and freeze the arils (seeds) so that you can enjoy the health benefits year-round.

Source: The Powerful Health Benefits of the Pomegranate and Powerful Disease Protection from Pomegranate by Joel Fuhrman MD

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