Pomegranate
Level 1 — Generally benignIn Winter's Dictionary
Pomegranate is a other — Royal fruit; rich source of antioxidants; juice in supplements
What it does
Royal fruit; rich source of antioxidants; juice in supplements
Where you'll see it
fresh fruit, juice, dietary supplements, antioxidant blends
Benefits
Pomegranate juice more effective than apple juice in boosting antioxidant defenses (2008 Tianjin study; +10% blood antioxidant capacity in elderly). Reported benefits include protection against prostate cancer, hair-loss prevention, potential Alzheimer's prevention.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Pomegranate products also have been noted to offer benefits including protection against prostate cancer, showing benefits in hair loss in men, and potentially preventing Alzheimer's