Edible Landscapes Virtual Tour - POMEGRANATE

The pulp surrounding the seed can be eaten raw or used for juicing or cooking. If the seed is fresh it is soft and can be eaten raw. The fruit juice can be used in soups, sauces, jellies, ice cream, cakes, etc.

Health Benefits:

Pomegranates are praised as one of the most antioxidant-rich foods. Antioxidants help prevent cell damage, and subsequent aging, thus decreasing your chance of tissue and organ damage, as well as chronic inflammation. According to studies, pomegranates are shown to support joint health and function and may reduce arthritis symptoms. Scientists also have found that pomegranates help prevent prostate and breast cancer by inhibiting cell proliferation, as well as increasing death of cancer cells.

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Additional Resources to Explore:

• Link to the Campus Arboretum Species Description page
• Link to the Campus Arboretum Edible Landscapes Tour page (for booklet, self-guided campus tours, or docent led tour information)