Pomegranate

Pomegranate is buah delima (Malay) and al granada (Arabic). It is planted around the house, either in the front yard or backyard. It is the tree of choice at many mosques. It has tiny leaves on branches which have spikes or little sharp thorns. It grows on sandy soil with little water and prefers the hot sun. The fruits are small round green ones which ripen to big golden reddish fruits. One tree can easily produce many fruits. However, growing the tree needs skills and experience; sometimes the tree won't bear any fruit.

Pomegranate plant

A big ripe pomegranate (buah delima, al granada)

Pomegranate cut into 2 halves

Commercial pomegranate juice

Are pomegranates of any use? Yes.

Pomegranates are prized for their juice and bitter skin. The fruits are crushed to obtain juice and bitter elements, which are good for heart disease. Many have tried taking pomegranate juice in their old age. There are success stories from many people.

How should pomegranate juice be consumed?

It is best to drink a cup of cold unsweetened pomegranate juice at breakfast. This is the first supply of vitamin C that the body gets. Then have breakfast and wash everything down with a cup of plain warm water.

Where can users buy the pomegranate?

Pomegranate can be bought at most supermarkets and fresh markets. They are available all year round.

Are pomegranates expensive items?

They may be quite expensive for the average-income earner. A big heavy pomegranate may cost RM10 or more. A case of pomegranates from a market in the outskirt of Makkah costs Rs25.

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