Pomegranate: Improving Sexual Health for Men!

We all will be wondering how a fruit can serve as a 'Natural Viagra' but it is absolutely true.Pomegranates are very much rich in antioxidants. The antioxidant chemicals in pomegranates prevents the occurring as well as return of prostate cancer, according to a UCLA study. The antioxidants found in pomegranate juice help in checking arteriosclerosis thus, reducing the risk of impotence. The latest achievement claimed for pomegranates, which are already acclaimed as a superfood, will be welcome among those who would prefer a natural aphrodisiac. It has been claimed that men consuming the fruit over the night have witnessed increase in their sex drive as well as level of testosterone.

This juicy red fruit is also loaded with fiber, you can as well sprinkle them on salads, cereal, pancakes, waffles, or frozen yogurt or concoct a parfait by layering low-fat vanilla yogurt, arils, and whole-grain cereal.A study by M. Young Hong led a team of researchers who examined the mechanism behind pomegranate's ability to protect against prostate cancer, according to findings reported in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. They discovered that pomegranate products induce apoptosis or cell death to prostate cancer cells, which inhibits the spread of the cancer. Pomegranate's potent antioxidants, especially the compounds punicalagins and punicalins, are the reason behind the results, according to researchers. Risks of impotency and prostate cancer are some of the most common medical problems which men have to confront with. Men suffering from atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries triggered by fatty deposits) are more prone to developing impotency. Numerous studies show that a diet rich in fruit and vegetables may help neutralize free radicals in the body before they cause disease or premature aging. They're also a good source of vitamin C, a proven immunity booster. Just one fruit provides 16% of your recommended daily intake.

A recent study by harin padma nathan and colleagues investigated the effects of pomegranate juice on erectile dysfunction, according to findings reported in a 2007 issue of the International Journal of Impotence Research. Experimented subjects received pomegranate daily for eight weeks. Researchers found that the pomegranate juice experienced improvements on the International Index of Erectile Function, a scale used for erectile dysfunction. Many are also well aware of the benefits of pomegranate for weight loss. The fruit is related with weight loss due to its natural property to cleanse the body, and provide energy to it. Apart from this, the fruit also aids in reducing fatigue, getting rid of toxins from the body, prevents dental plaque, prevents osteoarthritis (chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints), fights effects of pollution and hypertension. At the end an ultimate super food to be taken on the diet everyday.

So what are your views towards this superfood?

Pratik Nayek

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