Pomegranate is a fruit grown in various parts of the world, including Southeast Asia and parts of the western United States. Pomegranate Not only has it been rich in vitamin C in many appetizers and desserts, it has also been used to improve a variety of medical conditions, including diarrhea, menopause, and erectile dysfunction.Some studies suggest that pomegranate may be able to improve health. of the heart by lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels, according to verywellhealth.
Pomegranate and cholesterol
Some studies suggest that LDL and total cholesterol levels were slightly reduced (between 3% and 10%) by consuming pomegranate juice.In these studies, healthy participants or individuals with diabetes consumed between 50ml and 1 liter of juice. of concentrated pomegranate per day for a period of time from 5 days to 1 year.
Two other studies on the effect of pomegranate juice on lipids have suggested that the antioxidant properties of pomegranate juice may be able to help reduce LDL In addition, the thickness of the inner layer of the carotid artery, which measures the thickness of plaque in the carotid artery, was reduced by up to 30% in subjects who drank pomegranate juice in one study, compared with a 9% increase in carotid intima thickness observed in those who consume a placebo drink, the polyphenols in pomegranate are believed to be the source of antioxidant activity, and the polyphenols are healthful chemicals found in various fruits, vegetables and nuts, such as blueberries and red grapes and peach.
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