Pomegranate is one of the plants containing several antioxidant vitamins (vitamin C and vitamin E). The antioxidant power of a glass of pomegranate juice is 2 to 3 times greater than that of red wine or an infusion of green tea. (1)
Vitamin C and vitamin E help cells fight against oxidative stress, which is the cause of cell aging in particular. According to Sies & Jones (2007), oxidative stress is:“the imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants in favor of oxidants, which leads to cellular damage such as the breakdown of redox signaling”. (2) This oxidative stress can arise from several factors related to lifestyles, the environment and biochemical mechanisms. It is indeed the air we breathe, but also external factors such as smoking, pollution, exposure to the sun, etc. (3)
Pomegranate also contains polyphenols including anthocyanins, flavonoids and epicatechins. (3)
Pomegranate and its vinegar contain de lavitamin C, E and B5, but also trace elements including manganese. Ils contiennent du potassium, des folates (vitamine B9) et de la vitamine K également.
Among the most widespread antioxidants we find vitamins C and E. The vitamin C contained in pomegranate vinegar contributes to the normal formation of collagen to ensure the normal function of cartilage, gums, skin and teeth. It contributes in particular to the normal functioning of the nervous system and the immune system.
(1) Gil MI et al., 2000. Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing. Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, 48, 4581-4589.
(2) Sies H., Jones DP. , 2007. Oxidative stress. Encyclopedia of stress (second edition). Elsevier, San Diego, vol(3), 45–48
(3) Pincemail J., 2014. Oxidative stress and antioxidants. Critical review of antioxidant action processes. 1st edition. Embourg (Belgium)
