FOOD OF THE WEEK

 

Have you ever cut open a pomegranate, yourself!? They’re one of the most nutritious fruits on earth – plus they are sweet and delicious! But if you’ve never tried them before, they can look a little intimidating. Once you get the hang of cutting them open and scooping out the seeds, you’ll definitely be a fan!

The arils (seeds) inside them are power-packed with micronutrients. Researchers say two of the compounds inside pomegranates – punicalagins and punicic acid – give them their nutritional punch. Pomegranates have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. PLUS, the juice may cut your risk of heart disease. Pomegranates also help lower blood pressure, ease arthritis pain, and are good for brain function. Plus… they can help with workout/athletic performance. There’s also some evidence pomegranates fight prostate and breast cancer. Add them to salads, smoothies, or stir them into plain Greek yogurt. Yum! Quick Tip: to cut open a pomegranate, chop off the top and slice through the white “pith” to create separate segments. Open the segments outward to scoop out the seeds.