Pomegranate
Pomegranate
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Pomegranate is both delicious and beneficial for our health
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Pomegranate may help manage diabetes, boost immunity and aid digestion
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Pomegranate is power-packed with powerful anti-inflammatory properties
June – November
Description
Calories In The Forms Of Carbohydrates, Fats, And Proteins
As a fruit, pomegranates are higher in carbs and lower in fats when compared with other fruits. A 100 gram serving of pomegranate serves around 18.70 grams of carbohydrates, 1.67 grams of proteins, and 1.2 grams of fat.
Sugar And Dietary Fibres
A 100-gram serving of pomegranate has a slightly higher amount of sugar (14 grams), which is although balanced with about 4 grams of dietary fibres. Dietary fibres keep indigestion at bay. So, higher the fibre, easier is the digestion.
Vitamins And MineralsA 100-gram serving of pomegranate has 10.2 mg of vitamin C and 16.4 micrograms of vitamin K, essential for boosting our body’s immunity and blood clotting, respectively. If you want to complete your entire day’s quota of these vitamins, you might consider having more than just 100 grams of pomegranate. Among the many minerals found in pomegranate, potassium is found in the most notable amount. Potassium is a mineral that plays a very important role in muscle control, blood pressure regulation, and nerve conduction. The other vitamins and minerals present in notable amount are calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and folate (DFE).
In Conclusion:
Besides the more defined benefits of pomegranate, there are numerous cosmetic benefits of the fruit as well. For example, consumption of pomegranate juice prevents the natural formation of plaque on your teeth. It has several other benefits on your skin and hair, therefore, adding pomegranate to your diet will do more benefits than you can count. So, don’t be afraid to buy this slightly expensive fruit as the benefits far outweigh its cost.