A fruit that beats crow’s feet?

Today’s guest post looks at whether you can reverse wrinkles with the Jewel of Winter

Question: What fruit appears at the holidays, stains your hands red, and may stop crow’s feet, fine lines, and sagging skin?

Answer: Pomegranates!

You probably already know that pomegranates are packed with antioxidants. In fact, they rank a high 10,500 on the ORAC scale. And new research shows this juicy fruit can keep you looking younger too.

That’s because compounds in pomegranate called punicalagins actually stop the enzymes (collagenases) that break down collagen. And collagen is essential for keeping skin looking firm, smooth, and youthful. What’s more, punicalagins promote healthy DNA repair, which isn’t just important for your appearance, but also your health.

Make a wrinkle-reducing cocktail using 1 ounce of pomegranate juice and 7 ounces of sparkling mineral water. Or try the seeds fresh over a big salad of winter greens to make the most of this age-defying fruit.

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