Research Journal of Food and Nutrition
Volume 3, Issue 4, 2019, PP 14-17
ISSN 2637-5583
Pomegranate and its Properties According to the Holy Quran
Dr. Mohammad reza Afroogh
Department of law and theology, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad university, Najafabad, Iran
*Corresponding Author: Dr. Mohammad reza Afroogh (PhD. In Comparative religions and
Mysticism), Department of law and theology, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad university, Najafabad,
Iran, Email: afroogh100@[Link]
ABSTRACT
Healthy nutrition has a high place in Islam. In the Quranic verses, after the human attention to food, plants
are mentioned. The pomegranate with the scientific name (Punica granatum) and the Quranic name “"الرمان
has been mentioned three times in the verses of the Holy Quran. This fruit has an important role in the
prevention and treatment of chronic disorders due to its numerous bioactive compounds. The purpose of this
study is to review the health benefits of pomegranate from the viewpoint of the Holy Quran and nutrition
science.
Keywords: Holy Quran, Pomegranate, Nutrition, Therapy, Healing
INTRODUCTION pomegranate because no hunger eats it unless it
is sufficient for him and it contains every
God created for each season the fruit needed for necessary vitamins. Imam Sadiqh (P.B.U.H)
that season, and the advice of experts on fruit
says: Eat pomegranates with their yellow skin
consumption is to use the fruits in their season
(cover) on their seeds, because it cleanses the
of fruitfulness, one of the valuable fruits of stomach and empowers the mind. The Prophet
autumn that God has bestowed on us is Mohammad (P.B.U.H) has said in a holy saying:
pomegranate fruit, this heavenly fruit has many There is no pomegranate unless there is a seed it
benefits and properties. Pomegranates are one of
in from Paradise and I would like not to miss a
the paradise fruits mentioned in the Holy Quran. single seed in it.
The Qur'an says: "Olive and pomegranate fruits
POMEGRANATES IN THE VERSES OF THE
and similar fruits have been created" (Cattle,
141) QUR'AN
Quranic medicine scholars believe that In the Holy Quran, the name of the pomegranate
pomegranate as a fruit of paradise comes in fruit is mentioned three times in verses 99 and
autumn because the autumn season is the fall 141 in chapter of Cattle and verse 68 in chapter
season of trees and clogs of the sky and is very of Merciful. Pomegranate fruit has always been
useful in preventing depression and worry. They the focus of medical attention since ancient
say that pomegranate seeds and makes us happy times.
and lively. Pomegranates have a special place in Bu Ali Sina, the great Iranian physician in his
Islamic medicine and have always been
noble book (Law) on pomegranates, says that
emphasized by the innocent Imams. In this
pomegranates are fruits that have all the
regard, Imam Reza (P.B.U.H) says: Eat sweet
medicinal properties; it can block the bleeding
and sour pomegranates, because it empowers
man and refines blood. and strengthen the gums. Pomegranate powder
cures old and chronic wounds, and pomegranate
The Prophet Mohammad (P.B.U.H) states in a skin is useful for treating liver inflammation,
holy saying: Whoever eats a pomegranate, Allah coughing and sores.
will light his heart forty nights. Imam Ali
(P.B.U.H) says: In every pomegranate seed There is a great deal of research today on the
when it is contained in the stomach is a vital for properties of pomegranates and their
the heart and the brightness for the soul, and compounds, which confirm the beneficial
forty nights the devil is called obsession. Imam effects of this fruit in the prevention and
Sadiqh (P.B.U.H) says: I advise you to eat treatment of many diseases. On the other hand,
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due to the presence of pharmaceutical blood flow, more over Pomegranate is an enemy
compounds, even its skin is used in the of free radicals that is created by breathing,
pharmaceutical industry. fluids and solids by breaking and joining within
the cells of the body; so they are aggressive and
Consuming this fruit makes the body resistant to attack different components of the body.
many pathogens, helps lower blood pressure and
is very useful for heart patients; it is C) About 40 percent of all cancers are root-fed.
recommended that pomegranates be chewed Among the damages to free radicals in the body
with kernels because of their oil content. is their ability to infiltrate the nuclei of cells and
Flower, leaf, and skin the tree and its seeds are alter their genetic information, in a way that
rich in fruit; its dry, powdered skin prevents leads cells to become cancerous, which can be
swelling, inflammation, diarrhea, and offset by the inclusion of pomegranates and
hemorrhage. fruits containing C vitamins. Widespread
Imam Ali (P.B.U.H) mentioned that: “Advise preventable diseases are prevented because 40%
your children to eat pomegranate because it of cancers are rooted in human nutrition and can
speeds up their speaking ability. The Prophet be prevented by improved nutrition and the
Mohammad (P.B.U.H) also said in another holy inclusion of fruits and vegetables.
saying that you should eat pomegranates with a Fruits should not be eaten immediately after
yellow skin and a thick layer of pomegranate eating because the time between digestion and
seeds, it eliminates pain and discomfort. absorption of food and fruits varies, and
In the holy Qur'an, pomegranates are also sometimes their simultaneous use may interfere
mentioned as describing Paradise and the fruits and cause problems for the body.
of Paradise, a good-looking, colorful, healing "When should we consume pomegranates?"
fruit whose seeds cure pain. Pomegranates are Answer: Usually we have to act on the scientific
very similar to watermelons; the inside of both principles of nutrition. We always have three
is usually red and sometimes white; you can't meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner as
understand the color and taste inside them until the main meals to be served in time, while
you open them. snacks are also served in the middle of the day,
Nutritionists say: Pomegranates are a heavenly which is a great time to include fruits.
fruit whose root, stem, leaf, skin and water are In principle, fruits should not be eaten
rich in life, and are one of the fruits that can immediately after eating because the time
provide the body with the most minerals and between digestion and absorption of food and
vitamins with a variety of ingredients. fruits varies, and sometimes their simultaneous
Nutritionists point out that pomegranates use may interfere and cause problems for the
contain minerals and nutrients that include: body.
Potassium, sodium, various sugars, fiber, Pomegranate juice can be taken and used while
vitamins A, B6, B12, calcium, magnesium, and we can chew the pomegranate and spit it out,
iron; it is useful to maintain the health of the but if its pomegranate is not stiff and we can
skin, hair, nails, improve heart health, relieve boil it, the pomegranate seed brain has many
anemia and treat a variety of diseases. useful constituents, including saturated oils.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES OF POMEGRANATE IN D) Pomegranate enemy anemia
NUTRITION SCIENCE
One of the properties of pomegranates is that
A) Pomegranates delay the symptoms of aging they help absorb iron, which enters our nutrition
Experts emphasize the pomegranate's very through the consumption of grains and cereals,
effective role in protecting the heart, saying: as one of the widespread diseases nowadays is
Pomegranates delay the symptoms of aging and iron deficiency in women, men and children.
because they have antioxidant properties, they Pomegranate can be used at any time, it is also
can cure skin and acne injuries and strengthen very useful to use pomegranate paste; it is not
hair follicles and improve blood flow. recommended to use pomegranate juice out of
Pomegranates prevent hair loss and dilute blood, the house due to the presence of contaminants
reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow. and germs.
B) Pomegranate prevents hair loss and dilutes "How Much Should Pomegranates Be Used
blood, lowers blood pressure and improves Daily?" Answer: We should keep in mind the
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golden point in nutrition that each ingredient we pomegranate unless there is a seed in it from
consume should be tailored to each person's age Paradise and I would like not to miss a single
and physical condition. seed in it.
Q) Diabetics should eat pomegranates with It is narrated from Imam Ali (P.B.U.H) who
caution said: Recommend to your children to eat
Diabetes patients need to pay attention to pomegranate because it speeds up their speaking
pomegranates: Pomegranates have a sugar that ability. Imam Ali also mentioned in another
should be taken care of by diabetics and should holy saying that: “eat pomegranate with yellow
be restricted; children who cannot crush and thick skin on the pomegranate seeds,
pomegranate seeds should consume water, so because it cleanses the stomach and empowers
everyone should pay attention to the the mind.
physiological system of your body to choose the Imam Baqhir (P.B.U.H) has said: Fruits are one
right nutrition. hundred and twenty types, the top of which is
If we define the food pyramid according to the pomegranate.
accepted recommendations of the Ministry of Imam Sadiqh (P.B.U.H) has said: Eat
Health, if we are to meet all our daily needs, we pomegranates for your children, because they
should consume between 6 and 11 units of bread bring them to their youth earlier.
and cereal products, plus 5 to 7 units of
Imam Reza (P.B.U.H) said: Eating sweet
vegetable products such as vegetables. Eat raw
and cooked each unit of 100 grams of raw pomegranates makes a man strong and beautiful.
vegetable and half a cup of cooked vegetables. USEFUL TIPS FOR POMEGRANATE
Fruit consumption should also be between 200 CONSUMPTION
and 500 g depending on the amount of energy Before eating pomegranates it should be well
required. Each unit of fruit is 100 grams of fruit observed and enjoyed. When the pomegranate is
other than the skin and is used; as a result of this pleasing, the active effects of that fruit increase
daily diet various fruits such as pomegranates in the body and produce healthy blood.
can be used.
In many diseases that are related to eating, it is
If we consumed fruits correctly in any season,
caused by the production of dirty blood and
the fruit helps the body's immune system to
causing hypertension, diabetes, etc., while all
keep track of biological changes, changes in
sleep and wakefulness to maintain overall organs of the body can use pomegranate
health. properties.
Fruit consumption should be between 200 and If someone is having trouble eating
500 g depending on the amount of energy pomegranate seeds, they can use pomegranate
required. Each unit of fruit is 100 grams of fruit juice. It should be noted that when eating
other than the skin. We get made from what we pomegranates, we should eat white leaves on the
eat, we get energy, and we can't replace pomegranate, as these leaves are digestive and
anything outside of these foods. enhancing its digestion.
Vitamins and minerals that are fortifying, they Pomegranates are useful in the treatment of
have some effects outside the body but many cancers and gastrointestinal diseases and
sometimes they are harmful when they exist have an anti-cancer fruit, which has antioxidants
inside the body, and it is desirable if we use all and boosts the immune system.
fruits, including pomegranates in a balanced
way. Because pomegranates are astringent, that is,
they have a compressive effect and create a
THE POSITION OF NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF contractile state within the body, consuming
POMEGRANATES IN THE HOLY SAYING OF them before meals can be constipating, because
THE PROPHET MOHAMMAD AND HIS of the pressure they have and the pomegranate
FAMILY after meals can also strengthen the digestive
The Prophet (P.B.U.H) states in a holy saying: system.
Whoever eats a pomegranate, Allah will light When eating pomegranates, we should consume
his heart forty nights. The Prophet (P.B.U.H) the white leaves on the pomegranate, as these
has said in a holy saying: There is no leaves are digestive and potent.
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It is better to eat pomegranates before meals. protect people against infection and immunity to
However, some people have to eat many diseases. Preventing the disease by
pomegranates before meals because their properly eating healthy and natural foods and
digestive system does not keep food well and following a proper daily diet is much more
the food gets out of their digestive system and it beneficial than treating the same disease. The
depends on the situation. use of fruits such as pomegranates, in addition
to keeping people away from mental and
Pomegranate shells can be dried and used to
psychological pain, prevents many chemical
treat some wounds, and pomegranates can help
treatments and costs them much less than
with some bleeding in the body. Pomegranates
chemical drugs.
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Citation: Dr. Mohammad reza Afroogh, "Pomegranate and its Properties According to the Holy Quran",
Research Journal of Food and Nutrition, 3(4), 2019, pp. 14-17.
Copyright: © 2019 Dr. Mohammad reza Afroogh, This is an open-access article distributed under the
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