Healthshots

By Manasvi Jain

Published Jan 14, 2023

5 Health Benefits of Pomegranate Peel

We know that pomegranates or anaar are extremely delicious and healthy, but let’s find out why we need to save its peels too.

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For Cough

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Pomegranate peel is used in a powdered form with water as a gargle. Studies indicate that pomegranate peel extract has antibacterial qualities that could aid in the treatment of cough and sore throat.

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For Acne

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Pomegranate peel has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory qualities which help in combating skin issues like rashes, pimples, acne and removes dead skin cells.

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For Detoxification

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Antioxidants aggressively fight against dangerous chemicals in the body. As a result, pomegranate peel’s strong antioxidant content makes it a valuable tool for body detoxification.

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For Hair Loss and Dandruff

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Pomegranate peel powder, if combined with oil and applied to the scalp, can aid in the prevention of dandruff and fight against hair loss.

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For Chronic Diseases

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According to a study, anti-inflammatory effects of 1,000 mg of pomegranate peel extract helped people who were overweight or obese with their blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

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