Internal use of pomegranate seed oil
Several studies have shown that taking pomegranate seed oil has many positive effects on our health. Pomegranate seed oil can increase the HDL – cholesterol (“good” cholesterol), which prevents heart diseases. In addition, pomegranate seed oil is a good source of antioxidants, which is said to lower triglyceride levels and thus reduce the risk of heart disease.
The high content of omega-5 fatty acids (punicic acid) in the oil is said to protect against breast cancer by preventing the growth and spread of cancer cells. Other studies have also shown that the oil helps in the treatment of prostate cancer or even arthrosis and joint problems.
The punicic acid contained in pomegranate seed oil, according to one study, inhibits lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase, thus stopping inflammatory processes in the body.