Many of you may already know that pomegranates are renowned for their immune enhancing properties. Packed with nutrition and antioxidants, this lovely fruit goes a long way to protecting your body from inflammation and bacterial and viral infections.

What you may not know is that pomegranates are also powerfully hydrating and cooling to the body. Considered to have Yin tonifying properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the seeds, peel, and rind are all used to nourish, cool, and hydrate the body. Traditionally, pomegranates were also used to effectively treat intestinal parasites and worms. They are also a great way to keep your digestive system working properly.

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