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The pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub in the family Lythraceae. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, both of which are known to prevent free radicals from damaging our cells. In some studies, pomegranates show potential to be effective in preventing prostate, breast, lung, and colon cancers. It also contains contains many nutrients and is a good source of vitamin E, which is an antioxidant; vitamin K, which is essential for blood clotting; magnesium, which helps in maintaining the blood pressure and glucose levels.

Punica granatum L. Family : Lythraceae Common name : Pomegranate Habit : Shrub Habitat : Grows in well-drained soils in sheltered positions with full sun. Medicinal uses : 🌼The rind of the fruit and the bark of the pomegranate tree is used as a traditional remedy against diarrhea, dysentery and intestinal parasites.   🌼 The seeds and juice are considered a tonic for the stopping nose bleeds, gum bleeds, and treating hemorrhoids, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, diarrhoea. Sugimani Marndi (Biodiversity and Conservation lab., Ambika Prasad Research Foundation, Bhubaneswar, Odisha) www.aprf.co.in