Pomegranate Juice and Its Impact on Inflammation Markers
Greg Howard
2nd April, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- Study at Mashhad University found pomegranate juice lowers inflammation marker CRP
- The juice's effect was notable in women, older adults, diabetics, and those with PCOS
- Optimal dose and duration for anti-inflammatory benefits are still unknown
References
Main Study
1) The effect of pomegranate juice supplementation on C-reactive protein levels: GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response updated meta-analysis of data from randomized controlled trials.
Published 30th March, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.8188
Related Studies
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4) Clinical evaluation of blood pressure lowering, endothelial function improving, hypolipidemic and anti-inflammatory effects of pomegranate juice in hypertensive subjects.
5) It's time to redefine inflammation.