By the way, doctor: Does pomegranate juice interfere with medications?
Pomegranate juice contains polyphenols, tannins, and anthocyanins — all of which have antioxidant properties. Some small studies have suggested that pomegranate juice or its extracts can lower blood pressure, reduce oxidation that causes LDL ("bad") cholesterol to stick to artery walls, and help counter the narrowing of carotid arteries in the neck. One study in heart disease patients suggested that a daily cup of pomegranate juice could help improve blood flow through the arteries that nourish the heart muscle. Some research also suggests that pomegranate juice helps prevent some cancers.
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