The Amazing Pomegranate!
Pomegranates are one of the most nutritious fruits you can eat!
They are a high source of fiber, low in calories and have high vitamin C and Potassium
Pomegranate juice contains a very strong antioxidant made up of 3 polyphenols. These three polyphenols are ellagic acid, tannins and anthocyanins. These antioxidants can help prevent cancer and heart disease.
Because of the high concentrate of these three antioxidants Pomegranate is the best fruit for you.
Choosing the perfect Pomegranate:
The first thing to do is look at the skin; it should be thin, tough and unbroken. This will show that the flavor is developed and strong. The seed coating should be tender and edible and the membrane around the seeds should not be too thick or the biggest feature of the Pomegranate.
One average size
Pomegranate should give you about ½ cup of juice or ¾ cup of seeds.
The best time to buy Pomegranates is September through January.
Other Uses:
Some believe it will help reduce fever and can be used to treat diarrhea.
The ellagic acid has also been used for skin whitening
