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Benefits of Pomegranate, the Red Fruit Good for Health and Beauty

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Kapanlagi.com - Pomegranate, or commonly known as pomegranate, turns out to have a lot of benefits for health and beauty. The benefits of pomegranate are often unknown to many people. However, behind its beautiful color and fruit, there are numerous benefits that you need to know.

Pomegranate contains the antioxidant punicalagin, which is three times more powerful than red wine and green tea, making it very good for health. In addition, this red fruit also has high nutritional content. Despite its slightly sour taste, pomegranate is highly sought after due to its various benefits.

So, what are the benefits of pomegranate? Here are some benefits of pomegranate that are good for health and beauty that you need to know.

1. Reducing Oil Production and Acne

If you have facial skin problems with acne, consuming pomegranate can be tried to reduce excessive oil production, the cause of acne. This is because the vitamin C content in pomegranate can control sebum production, the oily substance secreted by the skin and is the root cause of acne. You can try applying pomegranate juice to the area where acne appears.

2. Preventing Premature Aging

Did you know that consuming pomegranate every day can slow down skin aging? This is because it contains high levels of ellagic acid and antioxidants. In addition, pomegranate is also good for protecting and repairing skin damage caused by free radicals. Wrinkles on the skin will also be reduced with the consumption of red pomegranate because it can produce active substances that can regenerate the skin well.

3. Brighten Skin

In addition to getting rid of acne and preventing premature aging, pomegranate fruit can also help brighten the skin. This is because pomegranate fruit is believed to improve digestion and blood circulation, which has a significant impact on glowing skin. In addition, mixing pomegranate fruit in drinks can increase the pH level of the skin, making the face brighter.

4. Lower Blood Pressure

High blood pressure can have negative effects on health. Therefore, you can try naturally lowering blood pressure by consuming pomegranate fruit. By consuming pomegranate fruit, it can prevent the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme. Punisat acid is one of the components in pomegranate that helps lower cholesterol, triglycerides, and reduce blood pressure.

5. Immune System Immunity

A person's health greatly influences the body's immune system or immune system. By consuming pomegranates regularly, the body will be better protected from diseases and viruses. This is because pomegranates are rich in anti-inflammatory compounds and vitamin C which are beneficial in improving the immune system. Therefore, consuming pomegranates is highly recommended for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis patients.

6. Preventing Heart Disease

Furthermore, pomegranates are believed to help prevent heart disease. Pomegranates are rich in polyphenols which are antioxidants that can prevent damage from free radicals on arterial walls, thus preventing heart disease. This fruit is also able to maintain levels of bad cholesterol to prevent plaque formation and coronary heart problems.

7. Fighting Prostate Cancer

Cancer is one of the most frightening diseases. According to halodoc, prostate cancer is when the cells in the prostate gland become malignant, causing the prostate to enlarge, harden, and form lumps. The prostate gland is located below the bladder in men. 

Laboratory studies show that pomegranate extract can slow down the reproduction of cancer cells and even induce apoptosis (cell death) in cancer cells. In addition to prostate cancer, pomegranate also has other health benefits such as preventing breast cancer, lung cancer, and skin cancer.

8. Fighting Arthritis and Joint Pain

Basically, there are several types of arthritis, but most involve inflammation in the joints. Laboratory research shows that pomegranate extract can block enzymes known to damage joints in osteoarthritis patients.

Those are some of the benefits of pomegranate for health and beauty. Consume pomegranate regularly to achieve maximum results. Hope this is helpful.

 

 

 

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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