Every year on October 26, Azerbaijan marks the holiday of pomegranate. Ends his collection, and the country is a big marks this event. Hosts exhibitions and fairs, the people show off their harvest and taste the variety of garnet goodies: wine, juice, jam, etc...
Pomegranate - the fruit of the pomegranate tree round shape and deep red. Translated from the Latin word granatus means "seed." Fruit consists of a plurality of grains separated from each other by a thin membrane. In one grenade of 700 pieces.
In nature, more than a dozen varieties of pomegranate. The fruits vary in taste and color. But all of them are full of vitamins and minerals. In this article you will learn 12 useful properties of pomegranate.
Pomegranate provides the body with nutrients
The pomegranate contains about 15 amino acids, five of which are irreplaceable. Also garnet rich in vitamins K, C, B6 and B9 and minerals (potassium, copper, phosphorus). In this case, pomegranate - a low-calorie fruit. The 100 grams of 72 kilocalories.
The following picture will introduce you to how many percent of the daily value of various nutrients, vitamins and minerals contained in 100 grams of pomegranate.
Pomegranate enhances heart health
The garnet contained punikalagin (Punicalagin). This substance neutralizes free radicals and increases the antioxidant status. Once in the body, it has beneficial effects on the heart.
According to doctors, Punikalagin and other antioxidants contained in garnet, reinforce vessel walls and reduce the "bad" cholesterol (LDL). This prevents the formation of atherosclerotic plaques. Thus, in one of research patients with stenosis of the carotid artery in the next three years were asked to drink 30 milliliters of pomegranate juice daily. As a result, it was found that the risk of formation of atherosclerotic plaques in the participants of the experiment decreased by 30%.
Pomegranate prevents the development of arthritis
Osteoarthritis - the most common joint disease. According to statistics, it affects more than 10% of the population. Osteoarthritis is characterized by inflammation and painful movement.
Pomegranate is rich in vitamin K, which plays a significant role in the metabolism of bone and connective tissue. In particular, it is involved in the absorption of calcium. A scientific survey School of Medicine Case Western Reserve University have shown that pomegranate slows cartilage deformation, leading to osteoarthritis. Pomegranate juice is rich in phytonutrients that reduce inflammation and reduce the swelling of cartilaginous tissues.
Pomegranate caring for the teeth
Pomegranate juice helps to remove plaque. Furthermore, it possesses antimicrobial and antiviral properties and cleanses bacteria from the oral cavity. This reduces the risk of gum disease.
Pomegranate protects against cancer
The pomegranate juice contains substances that prevent the synthesis of estrogen and blocking the growth of malignant neoplasms - ellagitannins. according to ExplorationPublished in the journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, regular consumption of pomegranate several times reduces the risk of breast cancer.
scientists learn the impact of pomegranate extract for prostate cancer. Due to the high content of anti-inflammatory substances anktiokislitelnyh and pomegranate juice slows the growth of cancer cells. In addition, there grounds believe that it slows down the development of pulmonary oncology, which allows to deal more effectively with the disease.
Garnet increases immunity
In 100 grams of pomegranate contains 21% Daily Value of vitamin C. As previously mentioned, it has strong antibacterial properties. Garnet activates the immune system of the body, protecting it from viruses.
It is believed that a quarter is enough to eat a pomegranate, to strengthen the immune system.
Pomegranate improves digestion
Dietary fiber - the elements that are not absorbed by the body, but provide for the removal of bowel just processed. They are considered the "engine" of a healthy digestive system. Dietary fiber contained in grains and some fruits, including pomegranate. You will receive 16% of the daily value of dietary fiber, if all eat 100 grams of pomegranate - digestion and stabilize the chair.
In addition, pomegranate juice stimulates the appetite and perfectly quenches thirst.
Pomegranate helps to heal scars
Oil pomegranate grains improves the regeneration of the epidermis cells, and accelerates the healing of wounds. It acts on fibroblasts - cells responsible for collagen and elastin, as well as for the synthesis of intercellular substance. In addition, pomegranate extract well restores the skin after sunburn.
Garnet increases hemoglobin
Hemoglobin - is the iron-containing protein providing the transport of oxygen to tissues. Normal hemoglobin levels in men - 130-160 g / L, women - 120-150 g / l. If the level is lower, the person feels nausea, dizziness, weakness.
Garnet increases the level of hemoglobin in the blood. Pomegranate juice is often prescribed for anemia, half a cup three times a day for half an hour before meals.
Pomegranate prevents hair loss
One of the causes of hair loss is iron deficiency anemia, that is a violation of the synthesis of hemoglobin due to iron deficiency. With a decrease in hemoglobin in the blood cells of the body experiencing oxygen starvation. First lack of oxygen experienced hair and nails.
Regular consumption of pomegranate is not only normalizes hemoglobin, but also strengthens the hair follicles. It prevents hair loss and gives them a healthy shine.
Pomegranate shown in diabetes
In contrast to other, more sweet juice, pomegranate can be used for diabetes (in moderation). He is not harmful, but even useful. For example, pomegranate juice has a diuretic effect, which contributes to reduction of edema, common in diabetic patients in the early stages of the disease.
In addition, diabetes often leads to urological complications. To eliminate discomfort when the bladder infection is used diluted pomegranate juice with honey.
However, people with impaired metabolism of the purchase should not drink pomegranate juice, as manufacturers often sweeten it. Safer and healthier fruit juice, diluted with water, or just beans.
Pomegranate keeps you young
according to Exploration 2006 pomegranate prevents the development of Alzheimer's disease. This is due to the high content in the garnet punikalaginov antioxidants. A similar conclusion was reached later and scientists at the University of Huddersfield (University of Huddersfield). Concentrated pomegranate juice 3.4% consists of punikalagina, which, in turn, reduces the severity of inflammation in the brain and slow down age-related dementia.
In addition, pomegranate extract is often used in medicine as an anti-age supplement. It slows down the aging process, reduces wrinkles and prevents the formation of age spots.
How to choose a grenade
I think many of you were inspired by useful properties of pomegranate and ready to run after him into the store. Linger a while - we will tell you how to choose a good fruit.
Garnet should be heavy - heavier than it looks. fruit weighty says its juiciness. The rind should be dry and free of stains and dents. Well, if it can be felt through the grains.
Do not think that the red garnet, the sweeter it is. The color of the fruit depends on the variety, and not on the degree of maturity. It is better to focus on the tail (the place where there was a flower) - there should not be anything green.
How to peel a pomegranate
Remember that joke?
- You will be orange?
- Not!
- And if you will clean?
- I will!
With grenades as well. Many do not like them because they are difficult to clean. In fact, it is difficult if you do not know how to do it. There are numerous ways to quickly clean grenades. One of them - in a cup with water. Clean hands and no splashing from the blows spoon on the fetus.
Garnet - a delicious and beautiful fruit. From it is prepared a variety of dishes (from salads to desserts), but from the pomegranate juice makes a variety of sauces and beverages. And now you know that pomegranate - it is also useful.