Pomegranate grows in Mediterranean countries, India, Iran, Malaysia, Tropical Africa and to a small extent in America. Pomegranate and the products obtained from its plant have been used in the treatment of parasitic infections, ulcers, diarrhea, dysentery, microbial infections and respiratory diseases since ancient times. It is known that the extracts of the pomegranate plant have anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-tumor effects.
In traditional Chinese medicine, in addition to different parts of the pomegranate plant such as the peel and root, pomegranate fruit and juice have also been used in the treatment of many diseases. The shell part contains phenolic compounds, flavonoids, ellagitannins and proanthocyanidin compounds, complex polysaccharides, potassium, nitrogen, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium. However, since the shell part is not edible, easy-to-consume forms such as pills, powder and capsules have appeared on the market. The seed part is rich in linoleic acid, linolenic acid, stearic acid, palmitic acid and phytosterols, and apart from these fatty acids, it also contains protein, fiber, minerals, polyphenols and isoflavones.
The composition of pomegranate seeds contains fructose, glucose, pectin, It contains bioactive compounds such as citric acid, malic acid and phenolic compounds, flavonoids.
Pomegranate juice contains polyphenols, tannins, anthocyanins, vitamin C, vitamin E. Contains coenzyme Q 10 and lipoic acid. The antioxidant content of pomegranate juice is higher than other natural fruit juices, green tea and red wine. Antioxidants are anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, protective against cholesterol oxidation and atherosclerosis. Studies have shown that increasing the intake of antioxidants and omega 3 fats reduces excess fat related to inflammation.
Foods rich in polyphenols are the center of attention worldwide due to their cancer-protective effects. Pomegranate leaves and peel are rich in tannins and flavonoids, which are polyphenolic compounds. All parts of the pomegranate are useful for treatment, but Ayurvedic medicine systems use only the flower part of the pomegranate in the treatment of diabetes. Davcosterol and punica flavone found in the composition of pomegranate flower have strong biological activity and medicinal value.
Obesity, diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, high cholesterol, depression, skeletal muscle system diseases and various types of cancer. It is a risk factor for. Today, sibutramine and orlistat are used in long-term obesity treatment, but their effectiveness is limited. This situation has led to the search for different alternatives in weight management.
In a study, the mechanism of action of the parts of pomegranate was examined and it was seen that all parts have antioxidant activity. As a result of pomegranate flower consumption, serum lipid and glucose levels decreased by 18-25%. Obesity is a low-grade chronic inflammatory condition, and pomegranate compounds are a clear antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It also contributes greatly to weight loss by affecting carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.
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