Pomegranate Juice ~ Health Benefits

1) Fights Breast Cancer - Studies in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys breast cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone. It may also prevent breast cancer cells from forming.

2) Lung Cancer Prevention - Studies in mice show that pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer.

3) Slows Prostate Cancer - It slowed the growth of prostate cancer in mice.

4) Keeps PSA Levels Stable - In a study of 50 men who had undergone treatment for prostate cancer, 8 ounces of pomegranate juice per day kept PSA levels stable, reducing the need for further treatment.

5) Protects the Neonatal Brain - Studies show that maternal consumption of pomegranate juice may protect the neonatal brain from damage after injury.

6) Prevention of Osteoarthritis - Several studies indicate that pomegranate juice may prevent cartilage deterioration.

7) Protects the Arteries - It prevents plaque from building up in the arteries and may reverse previous plaque buildup.

8) Alzheimer's Disease Prevention - It may prevent and slow Alzheimer's disease. In one study, mice bred to develop Alzheimer's disease were given pomegranate juice. They accumulated significantly less amyloid plaque than control mice and they performed mental tasks better.

9) Lowers Cholesterol - It lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) and raises HDL (good cholesterol).

10) Lowers Blood Pressure - One study showed that drinking 1.7 ounces of pomegranate juice per day lowered systolic blood pressure by as much as 5 percent.

11) Dental Protection - Research suggests that drinking pomegranate juice may be a natural way to prevent dental plaque.