Pomegranate juice is made from the fruit of the pomegranate. It is used in cooking both as a fresh juice and as a concentrated syrup.
Pomegranate juice is made from the fruit of the pomegranate. It is used in cooking both as a fresh juice and as a concentrated syrup.
Various primary studies have been conducted into possible health benefits derived from drinking pomegranate juice, [1] but there is no good evidence to suggest any effect in blood pressure management, [2] glucose and insulin management, [3] or heart disease. [4]
Interactions with prescription drugs are possible. [5]
Pomegranate juice was marketed by POM Wonderful, a pomegranate products manufacturer. As of September 2010, the company and its principals were the subjects of a false advertising complaint by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). [6] In May 2012, after a hearing, the administrative law judge issued an opinion upholding certain false advertising allegations in the FTC's complaint—based on implied as opposed to express claims—and finding for POM Wonderful on other points. [7] As of May 24,2012 [update] , POM Wonderful's action in the U.S. District Court was pending consideration. [8] [ needs update ]
Pomegranate molasses is a fruit syrup made from pomegranate juice, not sugarcane-derived molasses. It is a reduction from the juice of a tart variety of pomegranate, evaporated to form a thick, dark red liquid. It is used in multiple Middle Eastern cuisines. [9]
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