Pomegranate is a tree. Various parts of the tree and fruit are used to make medicine.Pomegranate is used for many conditions, but so far, there isn’t enough scientific evidence to rate pomegranate as effective for any of them. We do know, though, that pomegranate does not seem to be effective for reducing the symptoms of chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) or improving breathing in people with this condition.
Health Benefits of Pomegranate Extract
Muscle strength
Early research shows that taking pomegranate extract can improve muscle strength recovery after exercise.
May Help Improve Memory
Some evidence shows that pomegranate can improve memory in the elderly and post-surgery, and studies in mice suggest that it can protect against Alzheimer’s disease.
May Improve Exercise Performance
Pomegranate is rich in dietary nitrates, which have been shown to improve exercise performance. In a study of 19 athletes running on a treadmill, 1 gram of pomegranate extract 30 minutes before exercise significantly enhanced blood flow.
May Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease
Several human studies have shown that pomegranate can have benefits against heart disease. It improves the cholesterol profile and protects LDL cholesterol from oxidative damage.
May Help Fight Arthritis and Joint Pain
Studies in animals and isolated cells have shown that pomegranate extract may be beneficial against several forms of arthritis, but human research is needed.
May Lower Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is one of the leading drivers of heart attacks and strokes. Regular intake of pomegranate juice has been shown to lower blood pressure levels in as little as 2 weeks.
May Help Fight Prostate Cancer
There is preliminary evidence that pomegranate juice can be useful in men with prostate cancer, potentially inhibiting cancer growth and lowering the risk of death.
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