Transformations Plans
Events
JumpStart 2018
Ads By Google
Natural Anti Erectile Dysfunction Drug
Pomegranates are very rich in anti-oxidants and polyphenols. They have proven to be effective in combating erectile dysfunction to an appreciable degree[1]. The mechanism behind this property is still not clear.
However a word of caution for people who are taking erectile dysfunction drugs like sildenafil(Viagra). Pomegranate juice should never be combined with these drugs. Some people have experienced priapism[2] . Priapism is the persistent and painful erection of the penis.
Great for your heart
Low density lipoprotein(LDL) particles accumulation in arteries is bad for our heart. When it starts to oxidise it is bad for the surrounding organs. Pomegranate is rich in polyphenols . Polyphenols are potent enough to stop the oxidation of LDL. This greatly reduces the damage potential of the LDL particles. The antioxidants and polyphenols in pomegranates also inhibit atherosclerosis(blocking of the arteries)[3].
Beneficial in preventing muscle soreness (Great for Gym goers)
In a study conducted on 9 elite weight lifters who were fed pomegranate juice, the below mentioned variables were examined
Notable improvements were seen in the above parameters. So,it makes perfect sense to add pomegranate juice in your diet if you are an avid gym goer[4].
Anti-Cancer Properties
Four pure chemicals, ellagic acid (E), caffeic acid (C), luteolin (L) and punicic acid (P), all important components of pomegranate and each belonging to different representative chemical classes and showing known anticancer activities[5].
References
1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17568759
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3355694/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12224378
Ads By Google
Ads By Google
Ads By Google
Ads By Google
