Concentrated Pomegranate Juice

Why people make this juice

When fresh red pomegranates are available, making a concentrated syrup at home is a much smarter way to enjoy their benefits every day. Rather than peeling a pomegranate every time, peel several at once, extract all the juice, concentrate it slowly over heat with a little sugar, and keep a jar in the fridge for everyday use. A tablespoon of concentrated juice stirred into a cup of warm water is far more convenient than wrestling with the fruit every morning.

Research has suggested that pomegranate is among the fruits with the highest concentration of polyphenol antioxidants. It has been associated with supporting healthy circulation, maintaining cholesterol and triglyceride levels within normal ranges, supporting heart function, and even easing joint discomfort. Making your own means no preservatives, and the vitamin E antioxidants in pomegranate are notably heat-stable — they are not destroyed even at cooking temperatures, unlike vitamin C.