January 2022

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Friday 07 January 2022

Written by – Nour Jamal

Fruit with a skin layer We usually throw out the skin in the trash, but what if you knew that it also had important health benefits?

Pomegranate peel helps improve blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol levels, and red peels make up regarding 50% of the value of the fruit, and contain more antioxidants than the fruit, as well as other benefits that we review according to the “healthline” and “timesofindia” sites.

Helps treat skin diseases

Pomegranate peel protects once morest UV rays, improves hyperpigmentation, acne, signs of aging and wound healing.

Contributes to the treatment of hemorrhoids

Studies confirm its ability to shrink swollen blood vessels, and improve tissue healing ability thanks to the formation of an improving and protective layer.

– Reduces the risk of chronic diseases

Pomegranate peel extract has been shown to improve blood sugar levels and biomarkers of heart health when taken as a supplement.

Protects once morest hearing loss

Several studies suggest that it helps prevent age-related hearing loss.

-Improves brain function

Oxidative stress plays a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, since pomegranate peels are rich in antioxidants, so it helps in improving and strengthening memory.

– Protects from cancer

Studies have shown that pomegranate peel extract limits the growth of some types of cancer cells, including breast, oral, colon, prostate and liver cancer cells.

– Improves dental health

It has strong anti-bacterial properties and has been shown to prevent plaque build-up and help treat various dental and gum diseases when used as a mouthwash.

– It has antibacterial properties

Pomegranate extracts have been shown to have powerful antibacterial properties, making them effective in preventing infections and improving wound healing.

– flushes toxins out of the body

Pomegranate peel also works to rid the body of toxins and prevent their accumulation, thanks to the presence of antioxidants.

How to use pomegranate peels:

If you want to make pomegranate powder yourself, you can do it by following these steps:

Separate the peels from the fruit.

Place the peels near a window in direct sunlight for two to three days, or until they are completely dry.

Add the peels to a blender and grind them into a fine powder.

Store the powder at room temperature in an airtight container.

It can be used to make a face mask by mixing it with enough water to make a paste, alternatively, you can try soaking it in hot water and then straining it to enjoy it as an herbal tea.