From the pomegranate arises the granada O Punic granatum, a fruit from which a widely consumed juice is made in the most arid areas of the Mediterranean.
Its flowers adorned Iran for the first time, the land in which the fruit is believed to have grown. Such is the beauty of the pomegranate that it was even part of the gardens of the great empires; one of them the already extinct Babylonian empire.
Currently, not only the ancient Persian land is a producer of pomegranate, since the harvest has spread to India (its second largest producer) and Spain. In the case of the Iberian territory, its main clients are Germany and England; which year after year demand more specimens and that they are of ecological origin.
The juice is rich in a hundred properties, highlighting of these the presence of phytochemicals such as flavonoids, anthocyanins and ellagitannins.
In addition, it is an excellent antibacterial to which anticancer properties have been attributed.
It should be noted that science conducts constant studies around juice, with the same intensity in which they evaluate the components of green tea and other medicinal herbs.
Properties
The pomegranate is classified as a superfruit, whose drink is a source of important nutritional components such as antioxidants.
The juice contains thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2) and niacin (vitamin B3).
Similarly, 2% of a glass of juice provides pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and vitamin B6.
On the other hand, it should be noted that it provides folic acid (vitamin B9) and vitamin C. Additionally, its composition includes vitamin E, calcium, iron and magnesium.
We cannot fail to mention that it is rich in manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc.
Benefits of pomegranate juice
Traditional medicine takes advantage of the benefits of pomegranate juice since time immemorial.
Now, science has determined that it is essential for cardiovascular health care and can even prevent the appearance of certain types of cancer.
Similarly, it is a widely valued drink, as it contains urolithin A. This last compound is responsible for preventing aging; and is believed to improve muscular endurance.
It also acts as a diuretic, avoid fever, diarrhea and colic.
It should be noted that the pomegranate, whether in fruit, jam or juice, is contraindicated for people suffering from diverticulitis or colic irritation; as it contains insoluble fibers. On the contrary, it is an ally for patients suffering from constipation.
Here is a list of its most popular benefits
Anticancer jugo
This juice contains antocioninas, compounds that decrease or block the action of estrogen receptors. Thanks to this, the chances of developing breast cancer lower.
Similarly, flavonoids are involved with other compounds in the prevention of prostate cancer and the formation of cancer cells.
Take care of the heart
Likewise, pomegranate juice or fruit alone are responsible for controlling the levels of bad cholesterol.
It also improves cardiovascular health, as it optimizes the elasticity of the arteries. As it contains potassium, it can be an ally to control blood pressure.
Improves intestinal health
We cannot fail to mention that the juice is hypocaloric and has large amounts of water. It also has a low carbohydrate content.
These characteristics make it a very useful drink for weight loss diets.
Although it does not have so much pectin Like apples and pears, the juice acts as a natural cleanser.
Regarding its grains, they are rich in insoluble fibers that promote intestinal activity and fight constipation.
Detoxifying yoke
Being a source of fiber, it easily deflates the intestinal mucosa, while the citric acid it contains, outlines it as an item that disinfects the intestines.
Reproduction and sexual desire
In addition to being a tradition and cultural belief that still persists, the juice of the pomegranate is attributed aphrodisiac properties and reproductive.
Studies from several universities have shown that it improves sperm movement and increases sexual desire by up to 30% in its usual users.
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