Influence of in vitro gastrointestinal digestion on phytochemicals in pomegranate juice
Freshly prepared fruit juices have always been considered as excellent sources of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other beneficial nutrients. Their daily consumption helps the body retain and balance hydration levels and exert a cleansing effect on the blood and digestive tract. Red fruit juices are rich in phytochemicals, which is associated with higher antioxidant activity (Vilela & Cosme, 2016). Acute intake of phenolic-rich juices also improves body antioxidant status and has a protective effect against many chronic diseases and some forms of cancer (García-Alonso et al., 2006; Boivin et al., 2007; Vilela & Cosme, 2016).