The benefits of pomegranate fruit are boundless and are of great nutritional value that protect people from many diseases, most notably cancer, US nutritionists say.
Previous studies unanimously found that pomegranates are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals and bioactive plant compounds, although they contain a percentage of sugar.
Pomegranates also have antioxidant, antiviral, and anti-cancer properties, as well as a good source of vitamins, especially vitamin A, C, and E, as well as folic acid.
Pomegranate contains three times the antioxidants found in green tea, which can prevent oxidation of bad cholesterol in the body.
Pomegranate is used to calm stomach disorders, or diarrhea caused by any digestive problems. Drinking tea made from pomegranate leaves also helps treat digestive problems. Pomegranate juice is used to reduce problems such as diarrhea and cholera.
Pomegranates contain high levels of antioxidants called flavonoids. These flavonoids are known to be effective against various carcinogenic free radicals. Eating pomegranate regularly can help fight cancer cells and prevent stomach cancer.