Pomegranate and date the perfect combination to protect against heart disease

Scientists recently demonstrated that the consumption of 1/2 a glass of pomegranate juice and some dates provides good protection against atherosclerosis.

Researchers at the Technion in Haifa and Rambam Medical Center published their research in the British journal Food & Function . According to the study these two fruits, recognized antioxidants sources , and eaten together have magnified effects. To reduce oxidative stress by 33% in the arterial walls and reduce by 28% the cholesterol content .The researchers conclude that people , healthy or with high risk of cardiovascular disease , have an interest in consuming 1/2 glass of pomegranate juice (118 milliliters ) with 3 dates.

source: jerusalem post com