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International Journal of Food, Nutrition & Dietetics

Volume  5, Issue 2, May-Aug 2017, Pages 37-41
 

Review Article

Pomegranate: An Exotic Fruit with Rich Antioxidants

K. Silambuselvi*, V. Muruguvalavan**

*Assistant Professor in Nutrition, S.R.M. College of Nursing, SRM University, Kattankulathur, Kancheepuram-603203, Tamil Nadu, India. *Assistant Professor, Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijfnd.2322.0775.5217.5

Abstract

Pomegranates are being hyped up as a miracle drug since ancient times. It is an exotic fruit having many therapeutic benefits. They are rich source of Antioxidants, Vitamin C, Potassium, Iron, Fiber, and many of phytochemicals compounds which have protective health effects against cardiovascular, oncological. and neurological disorders. Several evidence also suggest that pomegranate have more therapeutic benefits.

Keywords: Pomegranates; Therapeutic Benefits; Antioxidants; Phytochemicals. 


Corresponding Author : K. Silambuselvi, Assistant Professor in Nutrition, S.R.M. College of Nursing, SRM University, Kattankulathur, Kancheepuram-603203, Tamil Nadu, India.