Phytochemicals and Therapeutic Potential of Pomegranate: Therapeutic potential of Pomegranate

Madiha Khan  Niazi; Muhammad Usama  Maooz Awan; Tahira  Fatima; Adeela  Hameed; Zuha  Sohail; Sahar  Imran; Talha  Noor; Farooq  Hassan; Muhammad Amjed  Ismail; Zeerak  Aamir

doi:10.54393/pjhs.v4i09.1010

Authors

Madiha Khan Niazi University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Muhammad Usama Maooz Awan University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Tahira Fatima University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Adeela Hameed Khuwaja Fareed University, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Zuha Sohail University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Sahar Imran University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Talha Noor Faculty of Eastern Medicine, Hamdard University, Karachi, Pakistan
Farooq Hassan Punjab Healthcare Commission, Lahore, Pakistan
Muhammad Amjed Ismail Faculty of Eastern Medicine, Hamdard University, Karachi, Pakistan
Zeerak Aamir Zeerak Matab Herbal and Hijama, Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/pjhs.v4i09.1010

Keywords:

Pomegranate, Health Benefits, Nutrition, Phytochemicals

Abstract

A significant source of polyphenolic chemicals is the pomegranate (Punica granatum). Due to the several pharmacological functions attributed to its phytochemicals, it has been gaining importance. An extensive list of the phytoconstituents present in pomegranate fruits, peel, blossoms, and seeds as well as their pharmacological actions were the goals of this in-depth analysis. The flavonoids and tannins (gallotannin and ellagitannin), which are the active phytochemicals in pomegranate extract, are what give it its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-angiogenic, and anti-aging qualities. Pomegranate bioactive components are used industrially to create foods with additional value. Wide-ranging applications for its reducing properties in the creation of nano formulations. Its phytoconstituents may play a safer role in managing environmental contamination than the use of pesticides or other chemicals. The numerous human clinical investigations assessing its pharmacological importance have received special attention.

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