Several recent studies have shown the potential benefits of drinking pomegranate juice for health. Here are 10 benefits of pomegranates:
Beat breast cancer
Studies in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys breast cancer cells while sparing healthy cells. It can also prevent breast cancer cells from forming.
Prevention of lung cancer
Studies in mice show that pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer.
Slow prostate cancer
Grenadine juice slowed the growth of prostate cancer in mice.
Level of prostate specific antigen is stable
In a study in 50 men who had undergone treatment for prostate cancer, 8 ounces of pomegranate juice a day has held steady levels of ASP, reducing the need for a treatment such as chemotherapy or hormone therapy.
Protects the neonatal brain
Studies show that maternal consumption of pomegranate juice may protect the neonatal brain damage after injury.
Preventing Osteoarthritis
Several studies indicate that pomegranate juice may prevent cartilage deterioration.
Protects arteries
It prevents the build up of plaque in the arteries and may reverse previous plaque buildup.
Lowers cholesterol
It lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol and increases HDL (good cholesterol).
Lowers blood pressure
One study showed that eating 1.7 ounces of pomegranate juice a day lowers systolic blood pressure of more than 5%.
dental protection
Research suggests that drinking pomegranate juice may be a natural way to prevent dental plaque.
