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Pomegranate
Score: 2/10Anti-Inflammatory
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Pomegranates contain punicalagins and punicic acid, unique compounds with potent anti-inflammatory effects. They have 3x the antioxidant activity of red wine and green tea.
Benefits
- Contains punicalagins — extremely potent antioxidants
- 3x more antioxidant activity than green tea
- May reduce joint inflammation
- Supports heart health and blood pressure
- May help with exercise recovery
Concerns
- Juice is high in natural sugars (eat seeds instead)
- Can interact with certain medications
- Can be messy and time-consuming to deseed
Key Nutrients
PunicalaginsPunicic AcidVitamin CVitamin KFolatePotassium
Serving Size
1/2 cup (87g) seeds
Tips
Eat the whole seeds (arils) for fiber — juice concentrates sugar. Sprinkle on salads, yogurt, or oatmeal. To easily deseed: cut in half and tap the back with a spoon over a bowl.
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