5 benefits of consuming one anaar (pomegranate) daily

Anaar or pomegranates have long been included in traditional medicine. And now, modern science also reveals that having one pomegranate or one serving of this fruit a day can incredibly boost your health. How? These ruby-red fruits are rich in antioxidants, fiber, and important vitamins and eating them regularly has many health benefits. And so, having just one pomegranate— or a half cup of these nutrient-rich seeds— to your daily diet is an easy habit with big rewards. Here we list some benefits of eating one anaar (pomegranate) daily:

Eating pomegranate or drinking its juice daily may be great for your heart. A 2012 research on 'Pomegranate Protection against Cardiovascular Diseases' revealed how consuming pomegranate can help lower blood pressure and protect your arteries by reducing oxidative stress in the cardiovascular system. This means it helps your body fight off damage caused by harmful free radicals. The study also found that pomegranate juice may lower the chances of cholesterol build-up, prevent the formation of unhealthy fats in your blood vessels, and reduce the risk of atherosclerosis— which is a medical condition where your arteries become clogged and stiff.

​Anaar or pomegranates are rich in antioxidants. And so, when consumed daily, pomegranates can help protect the skin from free radical damage, promote the formation of collagen and even reduce oxidative damage to the skin. This will make your skin look more radiant and slow down aging.

Pomegranates are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, and its seeds act as prebiotics-- and so having pomegranate can help improve your digestive health. A 2017 study indicates that having pomegranate or its juice can be helpful for people who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other bowel conditions because of its high polyphenol content.