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The pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub in the family Lythraceae, subfamily Punicoideae, that grows between 5 and 10 m (16 and 33 ft) tall.. Rich in symbolic and mythological associations in many cultures, it is thought to have originated from Afghanistan and Iran before being introduced and exported to other parts of Asia, Africa, and Eur
The pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub in the family Lythraceae that grows between 5 and 10 metres (16 and 33 feet) tall. The pomegranate fruit husk is red-purple in color, with an outer, hard pericarp, and an inner, spongy mesocarp (white "albedo"), which comprises the fruit inner wall where seeds attach.
The tables below include tabular lists for selected basic foods, compiled from United States Dept. of Agriculture sources.Included for each food is its weight in grams, its calories, and (also in grams,) the amount of protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, fat, and saturated fat. [1]
Pomegranate. The brand name "POM Wonderful" refers to the "Wonderful" cultigen of pomegranate grown in the central and southern San Joaquin Valley of Central California. [4] It is the leading commercial variety in California, being well-suited for juicing with its soft seeds, high water content, and wine-like flavor. [5]
Delicious, easy on the eye and packed with medicinal properties, the pomegranate is a gift of nature which has been revered and mythologized by religions and cultures throughout history.
The ripe fruit has a round shape with a thin, fleshy, elastic and shiny skin, with the inside having arils that contain a soft, medium-sized, semi-woody seed that breaks easily with chewing. The color of the peel varies from pale yellow-pink to red (depending on the surface exposed to the sun) while the arils have a color that varies from pink ...
The Mediterranean diet emphasizes a lot of fruits, veggies, whole grains, legumes, beans, nuts, and olive oil. Fish, poultry, eggs, cheese, and yogurt (think Greek!) should be consumed in moderation.
A compound found in pomegranates that is available in pill form could help improve memory and alleviate Alzheimer’s symptoms, new research in mice indicates. ... which are present in many fruits ...