The benefits and harms of pomegranate juice

Juice from pomegranate seeds is called the "vitamin king", its effectiveness and useful qualities were revealed many centuries ago by Avicenna and Hippocrates. It received this name for its rich composition and great effectiveness for human health. Red juice can be found in any store, but it is better to squeeze it yourself, because freshly squeezed juice is much tastier and healthier than a long-term storage drink.

The benefits of pomegranate juice

Freshly squeezed juice from pomegranate seeds contains vitamins E, A, PP, C, B1, B2, ascorbic acid, folacin, potassium, iron, calcium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium. It is with these vitamins, substances, microelements that the human body is enriched when drinking a drink. Due to their intake, the immune system improves, the appearance of nails, skin and hair.

The organic acids present in the juice increase the efficiency of the circulatory system, stabilizing blood pressure and maintaining normal cholesterol levels. Acids also help better absorption of iron in the body, prevention of urolithiasis, the more they protect the skin from unhealthy color and the appearance of wrinkles.

One third of the acids in juice play a significant role in the health of the human body. They are needed for the production of protein, their lack can disrupt the metabolism.

• Pomegranate juice is good for getting rid of diarrhea.
• Juice rinsing is prescribed for stomatitis, bronchial asthma and sore throat.
• The constant consumption of the drink increases the hemoglobin level, this is done to combat anemia.
• The juice prevents oxidation in the body, and pomegranate juice is leading in the list of other healthy drinks from green tea, orange juice, red guilt.
• Many doctors advise the drink for the prevention of oncology and for the suppression of malignant cancerous tumors.
• There is a huge amount of potassium in pomegranate nectar, while the drink removes edema, not washing out potassium, but saturating the body with it.
• When the drink is consumed, the working capacity of the gastrointestinal tract is normalized, and blood pressure decreases.
• The juice increases appetite and normalizes digestion.
• The drink protects against infections, radiation.
• The female sex is recommended to consume pomegranate drink as a preventive measure against breast cancer, for better ovarian performance and to fight PMS. Promotes the cure of cystitis.
• For men, the drink is useful for prostate cancer. There is evidence that daily juice consumption reduces the development of tumors.
• A glass of pomegranate drink has also been shown to increase testosterone, mood and sexual cravings, and banish depression, shyness, fear and stress. In men, after taking the drink, potency increases.

Pomegranate juice is actively used in the field of cosmetology, adding to a variety of lotions, creams, masks. It helps heal cuts, burns, wrinkles and the first signs of skin aging. It is also used in the production of some eye drops, because the juice prevents the development of cataracts.

The juice is very useful for expectant mothers, it helps the woman and the unborn child, strengthening the cardiovascular muscles and protecting the brain from damage. Have pregnant nausea disappears, toxicosis and swelling of the limbs.

When squeezing juice from pomegranates, you do not need to throw away the skin and white membranes. A decoction from the crust is used to get rid of worms and diarrhea. White membranes are dried and brewed with tea, this drink soothes the nervous system and restores calmness along with good sleep.

Harm of pomegranate juice

Pure freshly squeezed juice from red fruits is harmful to enamel teeth... That is why it is necessary to dilute the juice with clean water, other juice from vegetables, for example, carrots or beets. Alternatively, rinse your mouth with water after each drink.

The juice is harmful to people with problems with increased acidity of the stomach, ulcers, pancreatitis.

Juice abuse may cause constipation, especially for those who have problems with stool. Pregnant and lactating women should not abuse the drink. A glass of juice drunk at night can deprive a person of sleep.

Contraindications of pomegranate juice

Freshly squeezed drink is not recommended for use when:

• gastritis;
• ulcers of the stomach and duodenum;
• pancreatitis;
• hemorrhoids;
• problems with stool;
• increased acidity of the stomach;
• treatment with antiarrhythmic drugs, in this option, consultation of the attending specialist is necessary;
• hypotension;
• breastfeeding.