The pomegranate fruit is full of antioxidants such as vitamin C and niacin that banish toxins from the body, says dietweightloss.co.uk. Eating it as part of a healthy diet can help cleanse the body, boost your vitamin intake and provide a healthy, tasty snack with very few calories.
Pure Is Most Powerful
To ensure you get all of the benefits and flavor of the flesh and seeds of the pomegranate, eating or juicing the fruit fresh is recommended. This is because some of the vitamins and minerals can be lost in the packaging process, and salt and/or sugar is often added, says HealthCastle.com. However, fresh pomegranates are generally only available during the holiday season, so if you can't find them in fresh form, look for frozen or canned varieties that have very little or no added salt, sugar or preservatives. To select a fresh pomegranate, look for ones with deep red skin that is soft enough that it can be scratched easily with your fingernail, says the Methods of Healing website.
Give Yourself a Juice Boost
Studies have shown that pomegranate juice contains more antioxidants than other renowned liquid antioxidants, such as green tea and red wine, says the BBC News website for the British Broadcasting Corporation. According to research, drinking pomegranate juice regularly can help lower cholesterol and cleanse the blood of harmful chemicals that can lead to blocked arteries and cardiovascular conditions. Use the white fleshy membrane as well as the seeds in your juice, or choose packaged juices that have few additives.
Turn Them into Tasty Dishes
This fruit doesn't only work as a juice; the seeds and seed membrane can also be used in sweet and savory dishes. To prepare a pomegranate, cut the fruit into quarters and tap the skin with a spoon to release the seeds, or scoop them out with a spoon, says HealthCastle.com. Try crushing the seeds and membrane to create a sauce for your turkey, sprinkle them over cereal and yogurt for a healthy breakfast, or use in salads and as a colorful topping on hummus and other dips.
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