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Common Name
Pomegranate
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Botanical Name
Punica granatum
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Part Used
Husk
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Clinical Summary
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Monograph
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Alcohol
30%
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Dose
40 to 120mL weekly
Pomegranate is a potent antioxidant which proven to be effective in maintaining healthy blood circulation, strengthening immunity and dealing with heart related problems, stomach disorders, cancer, anaemia, diabetes, dental conditions and osteoarthritis.
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Traditional Use
The heraldic meanings of the pomegranate hark back to the meanings of the pomegranate in the Greek myth of Persephone and her abduction by Hades, lord of the underworld. The persistence of life, fertility and regeneration.
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Actions
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, antitumour, cardioprotective, neuroprotective, immunomodulator, hypoglycaemic, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial, anthelmintic, astringent, gastroprotective
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Indications
• Dysentery, diarrhoea, haemorrhoids (also topically), irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal parasites, candidiasis, giardiasis, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, ulcerative colitis, intestinal dysbiosis
• Urinary tract infections (cystitis)
• Bronchitis, sore throat
• To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes, obesity
• Rheumatism
• To strengthen gums
• Heavy menstruation and leucorrhea
• Antioxidant therapy for oxidative stress mediated diseases -
Energetics
Bitter, sweet, neutral
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Use in Pregnancy
Contraindicated. There is insufficient reliable information available regarding the safety of using pomegranate fruit peel during pregnancy or lactation. Pomegranate as a food is likely safe during pregnancy.
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Contraindications & Cautions
None known. Pomegranates have been used without adverse effects for centuries.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with ACE-inhibitors and antihypertensive drugs.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Bilberry, Green Tea, Maritime Pine, Turmeric, Rosemary