I'm a big fan of pomegranates and try to enjoy them on at least a weekly basis. The history of the pomegranate is actually really interesting. The fruit is native to Southwest Asia and made its way to the United States in the late 1700’s.
It is known as the “apple of Grenada” and is the oldest known fruit, dating back as far as the biblical days in Ancient Egypt. In some cultures the seeds of the fruit are believed to represent fertility and in others it is believed to be the fruit on the tree of life.
And while the pomegranate history may be interesting, what really makes this fruit so special is its nutritional benefits. Pomegranates are high in vitamin C, fiber and potassium, but most importantly they’re high in antioxidants.
The nutritional juice of the fruit has been used for ages among the Middle Eastern culture and is just now being sought after in the United States. Its popularity is beginning to soar and it may soon make one wonder, what’s next for this ancient superfruit?
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