dening of the arteries. In addition to decreasing this inflammation of arterial walls, this juice can reduce the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.
• Dental Benefits. Some studies indicate that pomegranate juice might be a natural dental plaque preventive. Gingivitis and other forms of gum disease may be prevented, moderated or delayed as a result.
• Cancer-Fighting Properties. As mentioned above, pom juice can inhibit the development of prostate cancer. Research has shown that this juice can destroy breast cancer, colon cancer and prostate cancer cells (a process called “apoptosis,” where the cancer cells self-destruct) without affecting healthy cells. It may even prevent breast cancer and lung cancer cells from developing.
As you can see, pom juice isn’t just naturally nutritious, sweet and delicious – it also offers a number of significant health benefits. Not that long ago, it was difficult to find poms in some grocery stores. Now, though, they’re becoming much easier to find. Juicing them makes it easy for you to take advantage of all this superfruit’s health benefits.
You’re fine to juice the arils. Cut open the pom (cut in half) and pop out the arils. A good technique is to fill a bowl full of water and take half of the pomegranate and peel back the skin, and the arils will easily pop out.
Feed them through your juicer and alternate with other produce. They might cause a traffic jam in your juicer (the seeds are hard) but it’s just necessary for this ruby red juice. It pairs very well with other fruits and citrus. Try blueberry, grapes, apples, cranberries and even melons.
Core the apples, and prepare the pom. Juice together and serve.
Peel the oranges and cut into wedges. Prepare the pom. Juice together and serve.
Core the apples. Cut the carrots into 3 inch pieces. Prepare the pom. Juice together and serve.
1 apple (optional)
1 very large bunch of grapes, stems okay
Prepare the pom. Core the apple if you're juicing it with this recipe. Feed the grapes, pom and apple into the juicer. Serve.