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Health Benefits:
The pomegranate is hot. And for good reason. It's naturally high in polyphenol antioxidants, which can help your body's cells resist damage from free radicals, which affect everything from aging to cancer. In fact, pomegranates may have more antioxidant power than cranberry juice or green tea. This seedy fruit may lower cholesterol and improve blood flow to the heart in people with ischemic coronary heart disease. Pomegranate juice also may slow the growth of prostate cancer.
Portion Control:
Some studies indicate that drinking 1-1/2 ounces of pomegranate juice daily is enough. But it's rather pricey, in terms of money and calories, so you might want to mix it with mineral or seltzer water to make the power juice go further.
Recipe Ideas:
Pomegranate Fizzes
Pomegranate Smoothies
Hot Pomegranate Toddy
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