Antioxidant Capacity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Role in Biological Activities


ÇAM M., Durmaz G., ÇETİN A., YETİM H.

in: Bioactive Food as Dietary Interventions for Liver and Gastrointestinal Disease, Watson, R.R., Preedy, V.R. , Editor, Elsevier, Boston, pp.499-511, 2012

  • Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
  • Publication Date: 2012
  • Publisher: Elsevier
  • City: Boston
  • Page Numbers: pp.499-511
  • Editors: Watson, R.R., Preedy, V.R. , Editor
  • Erciyes University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Pomegranate was a popular fruit in ancient civilizations as a symbol of fertility, longevity, and even immortality. It is believed that polyphenols, the potent antioxidant constituents of pomegranate juice, can prevent obesity, diabetes, erectile dysfunction, and the onset of some degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, atherosclerosis, and certain types of cancer. The beneficial effects of pomegranate juice are mostly attributed to punicalagins. However, recent studies indicate the synergistic properties of the components in pomegranate juice and suggest consumption of the juice without any enhancement. The objective of this review is to explore and discuss some beneficial effects of pomegranate juice and its bioactive components in the biological systems