What is Pomegranate?
Pomegranates grow on shrub-like trees that grow anywhere from 3 to 20 feet tall. These trees produce red, round fruits that resemble an apple. The trees grow in warm climates in the Middle East, Asia and the United States. Pomegranates can have up to three times more antioxidants than green tea.
Benefits of Pomegranate
These fruits are rich in Fiber, Protein, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate and Potassium. They also contain punicalagins and punicic acid, unique substances that are responsible for most of their health benefits. Pomegranates are believed to:
- Reduce inflammation
- Lower blood pressure
- Improve heart health
- Increase blood flow
- Enhance memory