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Antioxidant

Pomegranate Extract

Also known as: Pomegranate, Punica granatum, Pomegranate polyphenols, Ellagic acid

B
Evidence

Potent antioxidant fruit extract rich in punicalagins and ellagic acid. Supports cardiovascular health, exercise performance, and prostate health.

Primary uses

  • Antioxidant support
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Exercise recovery
  • Prostate health

How it works

  • Rich in punicalagins and ellagic acid
  • Powerful antioxidant activity
  • Supports nitric oxide production
  • May inhibit aromatase
  • Anti-inflammatory effects

Dosage

Typical range
100-500 mg extract or 200-500 mL juice daily
Timing
Any time
With food
Optional
Duration
Safe long-term
Special populations
Cardiovascular support, athletes, prostate health

Forms

  • Standardized extract
  • Whole fruit extract
  • Juice concentrate

Safety

Common side effects

  • Generally well tolerated
  • Rare GI upset

Contraindications

  • None known

Evidence notes

Good evidence for antioxidant effects and cardiovascular benefits

Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.

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