11 Health Benefits of Pomegranate Juice

1)Fights Breast Cancer
Studies in Israel show that pomegranate juice destroys breast
cancer cells while leavinghealthy cells alone. It mayalso prevent
breast cancer cells from forming.
2) Lung Cancer Prevention
Studies in mice show thatpomegranate 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 whohad undergone treatment for prostate
cancer, 8 ounces of pomegranate juice per day kept PSA levels
stable, reducing the needfor further treatment
5) Protects the Neonatal Brain
Studies show that maternal consumption ofpomegranate juice
may protect the neonatalbrain 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.
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 significantlyless 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.