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The health benefits of pomegranate

by Thresia Paulose

Created on: November 17, 2009

Pomegranate, the sacred fruit said to have been associated to the Sex Goddess Aphrodite, has been attracting the whole world in the recent years because of its sexual power. Besides the mythological stories, the recent researches show that pomegranate is very healthy to our body and mind. The wonderful fruit, pomegranate, has been mentioned in most of the ancient literatures and religious scriptures including the Holy Bible.


The health benefits of pomegranate are many. There has been a lot of talk lately about the role of pomegranates in promoting heart health, prostate health, and sexual functions.


Ten Wonderful Health Benefits of Pomegranate


1) Excellent booster of sex


Dr Christopher Forest scientist of the University of California certifies that the pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidants that increase the blood supply to the genitals. His researches have proved that the sexual performances increased after consuming pomegranate juice.


2) Great blessing to heart and prostate


The pomegranate fruit has been proved to decrease the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer in men and provides a significant impact on breast cancer formation in women. A study of California University has found out that a quarter liter of pomegranate juice daily raised the stability period of prostate cancer by four times, with such a significant effect that it could enable men aged 60 to 75 to experience a full lifespan without experiencing malign prostate cancer although it could not cure it completely.


3) An unfailing guardian angel of heart


Drinking concentrated pomegranate juice reduces LDL, the bad cholesterol, and prevents from oxidizing. It checks the development of atherosclerosis by preventing blood platelets from sticking together.


4) Highly nutritious


The highly nutritious pomegranate naturally contains vitamins and minerals in significant quantities. It is filled with vitamin C and rich in fiber. It is a rich source of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9 and also the vital minerals potassium, iron, zinc, phosphorus and magnesium.


5) Antioxidant contents of pomegranate


Studies show that the potent antioxidant content of pomegranate juice can impede the harmful action of the free radicals in circulatory function helping a free flow. Many researches have pointed out that pomegranate juice improves blood flow and decreases or even reverses arterial plaque development. It is a surprising fact that pomegranate juice has higher anti-oxidant activity than red

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