Pomegranate on the Keto Diet

 

Pomegranate on the Keto Diet

Pomegranate often referred to as "God's Fruit" or "Super Food," is believed to be the origin of the Garden of Eden. Ayurveda, a traditional Indian science, sees pomegranate as a symbol of prosperity and fertility. This fruit is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and E, as well as minerals such as iron, niacin, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, folic acid, thiamine, and riboflavin. Naturally, pomegranate seeds are more antioxidants than green tea, blueberry juice, red wine, grape juice, and even cranberry juice.

 

100 grams of peeled fruit contains:

 

• Calories-90 kcal
• Protein-3,5 g
• Carbohydrate-19g
• Fat -0g
• Fiber-about 6 g

 

Health Benefits

Fresh pomegranate or pomegranate juice has many health benefits, including:

 

Heart health support

 

Pomegranate is very useful for heart health as it has anti-atherogenic effects that reduce the risk of plaque buildup in the arteries that block blood flow to the heart. The fetus also keeps the arteries flexible and reduces inflammation in the lining of blood vessels. Also, pomegranate lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good (HDL) cholesterol.

 

Blood Sugar Control

 

Yes, this fruit contains fructose, but it does not increase blood sugar levels. Studies conducted to investigate the effects of pomegranate on people with high blood sugar levels have shown that consuming pomegranate juice daily for three weeks can help maintain blood sugar levels. It helps to lower blood sugar levels by minimizing inflammation in the blood vessels. Pomegranate also prevents blood clotting because it acts like aspirin in its natural form.

 

Fight Cancer

 

The antioxidants and polyphenols found in pomegranate are very effective in fighting a variety of cancers such as prostate cancer, lung cancer, breast and skin cancer. Studies show pomegranate's ability to slow the development of prostate cancer cells and increase cancer cell death. The fruit contains melatonin, which inhibits the growth of blood vessels, which are needed to support prostate cancer. When pomegranate juice is absorbed into the skin, it acts as a barrier against the development of cancerous skin cells. Pomegranate melatonin inhibits the development of breast cancer cells by reducing the amount of estrogen in the body.

 

Brain Health Support

 

The polyphenols found in pomegranates are effective enough to prevent Alzheimer's disease, which has been demonstrated by research conducted at the University of Loma Linda. Pomegranate, rich in antioxidants, protects the brain from damage to free radicals. Fetuses also reduce symptoms of depression because they contain phytochemicals that promote serotonin and estrogen receptors.

 

Prevention of Osteoarthritis

 This fruit can prevent the development of osteoarthritis because pomegranate extract interferes with the production of the enzymes responsible for the development of this disease.

 

Also pomegranate:

• Protects and aids in newborn brain development.
• Helps regenerate cartilage
• Protects teeth and prevents plaque.
• Reduced diarrhea symptoms

 

Pomegranate suitable for keto

 

While sticking to a diet, some people completely avoid these fruits. This is not necessary and you need to know when to stop. So, if you can eat very small amounts of pomegranate, you can add it very well to your keto diet and sometimes indulge yourself.

Like grapefruit and other similar fruits, pomegranate is not compatible with certain drugs. If you are taking medication, check with your doctor if you can eat a pomegranate.