- Chinese Name Shi Liu 石榴
- Latin Name Punica granatum L.
- Other Names Punica malus
- Used Part Fruit
- Specification Powdered Extract; Juice Powder
Pomegranate Fruit Juice Powder
Description
One of the oldest cultivated fruits, pomegranates first grew in ancient Persia and the health benefits of pomegranate were recognized even then. The Romans gave it its name — “pomegranate” literally means “seed apple” in Latin — and planted the sturdy seedlings throughout their empire. Spain loved pomegranates so, that they named the city of Granada after them according to some historians. The fruit also made its way eastward to India, where its juice was considered a health elixir that cured any number of ills. Pomegranates are the size of large oranges, with reddish-pink leathery skin protecting a white membrane. Attached to this membrane are small seed sacs surrounded by a red pulp. Recent studies reveal that eating pomegranate fruit can contribute immensely to good health.
Raw Pomegranate is mostly known for its rich content of antioxidants such as soluble polyphenols, tannins and anthocyanins which scavenge free radicals. Antioxidants are now considered essential for good health as they may protect the body from molecules which may cause premature aging and help prevent DNA damage that can lead to a number of serious health conditions. Pomegranate also contains a significant amount of good sodium, calcium, vitamin C, niacin, thiamin and riboflavin. Preliminary evidence suggests that pomegranate is very heart healthy and may support overall cardiovascular health.
Pomegranates are jam packed with vitamins that are important to daily bodily functions, but the most important health benefits of pomegranates are antioxidants. Pomegranates contain three times as many antioxidants as red wine and green tea.
Some possible traditional uses of Pomegranate Juice Powder may include:
● May support bone health
● Reducing symptoms of diarrhea
● Providing cardiovascular protection
● May support prostate health
● May lower the risk of heart disease
● May support a healthy inflammation response
● May support healthy blood pressure levels
● Strong antioxidant
● Reducing dental plaque
● Increasing oxygen levels to the heart
● May support healthy cellular repair
● May support overall cardiovascular health
TCM Tradition
Taste & Property Sour, Astringent, Warm
Organ Meridians Large Intestine, Stomach, Kidney
TCM Functions
• Astringes the Intestines and stops diarrhea
– Chronic diarrhea due to Deficiency Cold
– Dysenteric disorders
– Rectal prolapse
• Stabilizes Kidneys and retains Jing
– Kidney Jing Deficiency
– Excessive uterine bleeding or vaginal discharge due to Kidney Instability
• Kills parasites
– Tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms
– Tinea (topical)
• Stops bleeding
– Uterine bleeding and leukorrhea
– Powdered for bleeding due to trauma
