Health Benefits of Pomegranate
Pomegranates have fantastic health and beauty benefits. They are delicious and versatile. Pomegranates can be added to salads, rice dishes, meat dishes, smoothies, yogurts, and can be made into a pomegranate juice. One pomegranate has around 100 seeds in it and contains around 100 calories, making it a perfect low calorie snack for dieters.
Pomegranates prevent numerous serious diseases, including cancer and heart disease. Check out some of the best reasons to add pomegranates to your eating plan.
1. Pomegranates help to reduce bad cholesterol
Anti- oxidant rich pomegranates help to reduce bad cholesterol, lower high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. Eat a Pomegranate every day as a salad or as a pomegranate smoothie for better health.
2. Pomegranates are low in sugar
Many disease like heart disease, cancer, obesity, diabetes and skin problems linked to over indulgence of sugar in the daily diet. Usually fruits contain a lot of sugar except pomegranates as they their sugar content is very low and are good for your blood sugar levels. 8 grams of sugar and about 70 calories are present in half a cup of pomegranate seeds.
3. Pomegranates boost your brain function
Pomegranates are known to improve your memory, cognitive abilities and neurological function since they contain high brain- boosting powerful anti-oxidants. Also found to be a preventive of Alzheimers disease and can be beneficial for people with this disease.
4. Pomegranates help to reduce high blood pressure
Studies show that pomegranates can help people reduce high blood pressure. They are particularly beneficial for people with chronic high blood pressure. The juice and the seeds are rich in antioxidant content and have a good effect on arterial walls.
5. Pomegranates have anti-aging properties
Pomegranates are known for its fantastic anti-aging properties. Want a younger looking skin? Have a pomegranate! Polyphenols, an powerful antioxidant that slows aging is found in this fruit. Add it in your salad or your yogurt to start with a deliciously healthy day!
6. Pomegranates help to stop the growth of cancer cells
Known to prevent cancer, pomegranate should be added to the daily diet to enjoy its benefits. Make your morning smoothie a little delicious and a little healthy by adding pomegranate seeds in it.
7. Pomegranates have anti-inflammatory properties
Eating pomegranates helps reduce inflammation and combat symptoms of arthritis. Great for the joints, the helps prevent the cartilage breakdown and keeps bones healthy. Due to their great anti-aging properties, pomegranates help to keep your joints young and healthy and eliminate the pain.
8. Pomegranates boost mood
Pomegranates help to increase serotonin levels in the brain, control mood swings and prevent anxiety and depression. Go ahead make a low calorie smoothie with dark chocolate and pomegranate seeds to cheer your way to health!
While the above article guides you to eating healthier, there is no substitute for customized professional advice given by a qualified nutritionist. We urge you to speak to your personal dietician or if you need help, contact a nutritionist at Qua Nutrition.
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