A “Business” Meeting
My friend, Blain, and I planned a “business” meeting tonight to discuss some possible changes to my blog.
Blain and I used to work together at HSPH, so we’d talk everyday, but now that we don’t work in the same building, it was definitely time to catch up. We killed two birds with one stone by meeting for dinner at Shenanigan’s in South Boston.
Shenanigan’s is literally a 2-minute walk from my apartment, so I was glad to finally have the chance to check it out. It was funky inside!
The food was pretty good too! 
I had planned to skip the alcohol tonight, but it’s not every night that I go out with an old friend, so I splurged on a Harpoon Octoberfest. (I need a serious detox SOON! 
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Then, I munched on a roll from the bread basket. As Jenna would say: No carb left behind! 
For dinner, I ordered the house salad with honey mustard on the side for dipping.
The salad was loaded with fresh veggies and the BEST croutons ever!
Here I am with the webmaster himself!
POM Giveaway
Did you know that November is National Pomegranate Month?
To celebrate, the folks at POM have offered to give one lucky CNC reader a whole case of pomegranates to enjoy! It’s a fantastic prize if you ask me!
To Enter: Check out the ‘Health’ section on the POM website and leave a comment about one health benefit of pomegranates. I will pick a winner tomorrow morning. Good luck!
Tags: Shenanigan's, South Boston
shannon — November 11, 2009 @ 8:35 pm
the antioxidants in pom. are so good for you
i have heard from a friend it is good for clearing up your acne as well.
Melissa (Melissa Likes To Eat) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:35 pm
I learned that pomegranates are full of antioxidants called phytochemicals. WOW!
Anne — November 11, 2009 @ 8:39 pm
I learned that POM has a better ability to prevent LDL Cholesterol than red wine!
Tanya — November 11, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
Pomegrantaes might play a beneficial role with prostate cancer – very interesting!
Alison — November 11, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
Antioxidants galore!!!! Plus they make you happy… I mean….. how can you not get tingly inside looking at all those beautiful juice capsules!
Nina — November 11, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
I learned that pomegranates have more antioxidants than red wine, blackberries, cherries, and even acai!! Who knew?
Lori (Finding Radiance) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
Pomegranates help reduce inflammation – Go POM!!
Jenna — November 11, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
antioxidants!!
Jenna — November 11, 2009 @ 8:41 pm
glad you got to try a new restaurant with a great friend!
POM is filled with tons of anti-oxidants!
jenna
Viddy — November 11, 2009 @ 8:42 pm
I had no idea it inhibited the destruction of nitric oxide – neat!
jsr — November 11, 2009 @ 8:42 pm
They are chock full of antioxidants!
Emily — November 11, 2009 @ 8:43 pm
I learned that POM has invested $32 million in medical research on the health benefits of pomegranates.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Brandi — November 11, 2009 @ 8:43 pm
POM helps reduce inflammation due to antioxidants plus it tastes good!
Mariel — November 11, 2009 @ 8:44 pm
Pomegranate juice has the ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals.
Ashton — November 11, 2009 @ 8:44 pm
“Pomegranate juice has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals. Emerging science suggests that LDL oxidation may be a precursor to atherosclerosis or arterial plaque”
Helping the body steer clear of nasty plaque build-up and lovely in a cocktail! What more could you want in a fruit?!
Joelle (The Pancake Girl) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:44 pm
Haha I want to have a business mtg in a place called “Shenanigans”– what a fun restaurant name!
Joy — November 11, 2009 @ 8:46 pm
Pomegranate juice has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals. Emerging science suggests that LDL oxidation may be a precursor to atherosclerosis or arterial plaque.
Food Makes Fun Fuel — November 11, 2009 @ 8:46 pm
pomegranites are good for cholesterol!
Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats — November 11, 2009 @ 8:47 pm
Fabulous! In 45 subjects with ischemic coronary heart disease (reduced blood supply to the heart), coronary blood flow increased by 17% in the group consuming 8 ounces of pomegranate juice over a three-month period vs. 18% decrease in placebo group.
emily — November 11, 2009 @ 8:48 pm
poms help to reduce inflamation. eat after a run!
Stephanie @ Foodie McFood — November 11, 2009 @ 8:48 pm
The antioxidants in pomegranates may help decrease inflammation! I remember eating pomegranates as a kid with my mom. It took us like hours to split one and by the time we were done eating it was time to go to bed.
FoodCents — November 11, 2009 @ 8:48 pm
antioxidant loaded, can’t beat that!!!
Laura — November 11, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
Would you believe that I’ve never had a pomegranate before? I’ve had the juice, yogurts and bars flavored with it…but never the ACTUAL fruit!!
I thought this was interesting:
“Pomegranate juice has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals.”
maria — November 11, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
They are loaded with anti-oxidants and great for the heart:) Great for lowing that bad LDL cholesterol!
Kelly — November 11, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
POM tastes great, fights cancer causing free radicals, reduces inflammation, and fights acne. Pretty good deal from a bottle of juice!
Christy — November 11, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
The antioxidants in POM help reduce inflammation. I would love to win such a healthy gift on my birthday, the 12th!!
Rebeca — November 11, 2009 @ 8:50 pm
POM has greater antioxidant power than some of the major players- like red wine, and grape and blueberry juice… it’s also helps protect nitric oxide! Cool!
Carol — November 11, 2009 @ 8:51 pm
I can’t believe POMs can fight acne–awesome!
Marcie — November 11, 2009 @ 8:51 pm
Definitely the antioxidants and their healing properties…POM products taste great and are great for you it seems!
Leigh — November 11, 2009 @ 8:51 pm
more polyphenols than red wine, concord grape juice or acai!
Keri — November 11, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
I love the antioxidant action going on in those pomegranates! WOO! I need some of that power right about now!
amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
I love that POM has the ability to neutralize harmful free radicals.
Patti Bevans — November 11, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
well, the super antioxidants of course!
Lindsay C — November 11, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
I found out that POM JUICE has shown that it has a superior ability to neutralize harmful free radicals!!
I really want to try this delicious fruity drink!!
Lindsay (Whim&Waffles) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
I learned that pomegranates can help with erectile dysfunction…never knew!
Kirsten — November 11, 2009 @ 8:53 pm
I would LOVE a case of pomegranates now! I just caught a serious cold from gross airplane air and I need some antioxidants!!
Maria Ann — November 11, 2009 @ 8:54 pm
antioxidants! awesome!
Kristy — November 11, 2009 @ 8:54 pm
I really love that it helps to neutralize free radicals. I think we are exposed to so much that is harmful and it’s great to find a natural way of helping our bodies out! And as an added bonus.. they taste great!
Jill — November 11, 2009 @ 8:54 pm
I knew about the antioxidants in POM, but preventing erectile dysfunction– that, I didn’t know. Interesting!
ashleigh — November 11, 2009 @ 8:55 pm
pom juice has more antioxidants than red wine!
Abby (Abby's VeGaN Eats) — November 11, 2009 @ 8:55 pm
The antioxidants in POM help reduce inflammation.. woo hoo, great give-away!
Sara A. — November 11, 2009 @ 8:56 pm
Pomegranates are cancer fighters!
Madeline @ Greens and Jeans — November 11, 2009 @ 8:57 pm
I had no idea that they could help reduce inflammation! now THAT is a magic fruit!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is — November 11, 2009 @ 8:57 pm
I love the antioxidants!!
Jenn — November 11, 2009 @ 8:57 pm
Pomegranates > erectile dysfunction.
Sonia — November 11, 2009 @ 8:58 pm
Hello antioxidants!!!!
: )
Cara — November 11, 2009 @ 8:58 pm
More Polyphenols than red wine! The best! And the best giveaway EVER! Crossing my fingers…
junghwa — November 11, 2009 @ 8:58 pm
pomegranates have antioxidants!!!! more than a lot of the berries!
Jessie — November 11, 2009 @ 9:01 pm
More antioxidants than red wine? Sign me up for a pomtini!
Brielly — November 11, 2009 @ 9:01 pm
They are full of antioxidants!!!
TorontoGirloutWest — November 11, 2009 @ 9:02 pm
It’s all about the antioxidants!!!!!
Brie (The Fit Bride) — November 11, 2009 @ 9:02 pm
Poms can reduce inflammation! How cool!
Silvia — November 11, 2009 @ 9:02 pm
High in antioxidants! And they taste great as an ice cream topping (clearly a health benefit).
Allison (Eat Clean Live Green) — November 11, 2009 @ 9:03 pm
Antioxidants!!!
Britt — November 11, 2009 @ 9:05 pm
who knew pomegranates help with erectile dysfunction. LOL
but seriously, antioxidants ROCK!
Laura — November 11, 2009 @ 9:05 pm
poms can help decrease LDL cholesterol oxidation by 20% and increase antioxidant activity in the blood by 9%!
Y — November 11, 2009 @ 9:06 pm
pomegranate juice counteracts free radicals that cause disease & inflammation.
Kelly — November 11, 2009 @ 9:06 pm
I like that poms can help reduce inflammation!
Rachel Martin — November 11, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
Pomegranate juice has the ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals! Pomegranate seriously is a wonder fruit, I hope I win!
***ANDREA*** — November 11, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
I love pomegranates, my 2 and 5 year old ask for “seeds” everyday. It is great they are a superfood and filled with tons of antioxidants.
Beth — November 11, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
A low glycemic index food which reduces erectile dysfunction? Sign me up!
Yasi — November 11, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
I grew up on pomegranates and they are definitely one of my top 4 reasons why I can bear the winter! Who knew that it could help decrease inflammation?! Maybe I’ll be cracking open one of those puppies more often after those long runs!
Olivia — November 11, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
Wow! Poms can inhibit destruction of nitric acid, a critical component of cardiovascular function!
kat — November 11, 2009 @ 9:08 pm
Free Radical Butt-Kickers! Love it!
Michele | aka Raw Juice Girl — November 11, 2009 @ 9:10 pm
Pomegranates can reduce inflammation! That’s huge for me since I’ve battled Rheumatoid Arthritis AND Fibromyalgia for the past few years. I’m MUCH better now because of my change to a much, much healthier lifestyle but I still try to keep that inflammation down in my body.
Thanks for a fantabulous contest!!!
Samantha — November 11, 2009 @ 9:11 pm
They help reduce inflammation, and they taste great!! yum!
Katie — November 11, 2009 @ 9:12 pm
They neutralize free radicals….who doesn’t love that??
Lauren @ eater not a runner — November 11, 2009 @ 9:13 pm
They can decrease inflammation…who knew?!
kendall — November 11, 2009 @ 9:13 pm
i was really excited to read that pomegranates can reduce inflammation!
Laura — November 11, 2009 @ 9:14 pm
antioxidants to keep me H1N1-free!!!
kate — November 11, 2009 @ 9:16 pm
with cold season coming i need all the antioxidants i can get!
rebecca lustig — November 11, 2009 @ 9:18 pm
It’s been found for men that POMS may help decrease cholesterol oxidation
Lindsey — November 11, 2009 @ 9:19 pm
Those fabulous little red blobs and their boat-loads of antioxidants have amaaaaaaaazing anti-inflammatory properties!
Cyndi — November 11, 2009 @ 9:19 pm
I had no idea we needed nitric oxide! The site says it is a critical signaling molecule in the cardiovascular system and plays a central role in blood pressure regulation and proper arterial function. POM is wonderful!
kerry — November 11, 2009 @ 9:20 pm
Antioxidants and reduces inflammation
Ryan @ Greens for Good — November 11, 2009 @ 9:21 pm
LOVE all of those antioxidants!!!!
Lauren — November 11, 2009 @ 9:22 pm
It’s a super fighter against free radicals! Bring on the POM!
Sarah R — November 11, 2009 @ 9:23 pm
Pom has a high polyphenol content that red wine–meaning more antioxidants!
Still waiting for your big news…
Olga @ Healthing It — November 11, 2009 @ 9:23 pm
I love ‘em for their antioxidant content. It’s ridiculously high
Erica R. Morris — November 11, 2009 @ 9:23 pm
I used to work at a cancer center, and we were all pretty amazed at how pomegranates affect prostate health. I know that doesn’t do anything for me, lol, but I still think it’s pretty wonderful. As for me, I love love love the anti-inflammatory wonderfulness!!
Abigail — November 11, 2009 @ 9:24 pm
I didn’t know that POM had more antioxidants than green tea! i wonder why we don’t hear more about it!
laura — November 11, 2009 @ 9:25 pm
POM is filled with tons of anti-oxidants!
Stephanie — November 11, 2009 @ 9:25 pm
I learned that.. “POM has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals” and I was surprised it was superior to Cherry juice! I’ve been hearing so much about Cherry Juice, but it’s good to see facts and numbers. I’ll be getting more pomegranates/pomegranate juice from now on!
Lee — November 11, 2009 @ 9:27 pm
Where’s your big announcement?! I want to know what it is.
Karla — November 11, 2009 @ 9:27 pm
POM has more polyphenols than red wine!
sue-ellen — November 11, 2009 @ 9:27 pm
I love how many antioxidants it has!
Tami — November 11, 2009 @ 9:27 pm
They are a low-Glycemic Index food! Perfect for my husband who is hypo-glycemic and my daughter who is showing signs of it!
Runeatrepeat — November 11, 2009 @ 9:28 pm
I am “pro” anti-oxidant
Julie @savvyeats — November 11, 2009 @ 9:28 pm
I love all the antioxidants in pomegranates!!
Megan — November 11, 2009 @ 9:28 pm
I learned that POM Juice has a SUPER ability to neutralize harmful free radicals!
Lizzy — November 11, 2009 @ 9:29 pm
antioxidants baby!!
Joanna — November 11, 2009 @ 9:30 pm
POM juice has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals. Cool!
Laura M — November 11, 2009 @ 9:31 pm
Ooooh antioxidants! Its like a magic fruit
Lindsey — November 11, 2009 @ 9:31 pm
I know that pomegranates are full of antioxidants called phytochemicals.Which are great for your body and skin!
alexandra — November 11, 2009 @ 9:33 pm
I’ve been dying to try a pomegranate since you went on the POM tour! Unfortunately, I’m a poor law student and can’t afford them…until now!
I am always trying to get more antioxidants, and these look like a beautiful way to get them…especially dying to try your POM french toast recipe!
thanks so much!!
Kristen — November 11, 2009 @ 9:33 pm
I was surprised to read that POM lowers LDL!
Christina — November 11, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
POM contains the antioxidants called polyphenols which are free-radical scavengers and are known to inhibit LDL oxidation and help decrease inflammation.
katiek22 — November 11, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
Im only semi familiar with the benefits of Pomegranates, so i was intrigued when I learned about its ability to prevent and reduce inflammation.
Jessica — November 11, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
antioxidants for sure and low blood sugar impact : )
Nancy F — November 11, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
Having arthritis which can be a bear some days, it was interesting to read that part of its antioxidant benefits can be a reduction in inflamation. Can I bathe in this stuff??!!
No?? Oh well, I think I will enjoy eating and drinking it much more anyway!
Cynthia (It All Changes) — November 11, 2009 @ 9:35 pm
I ate pomegranates to help with the inflammation. A yummy way to do so.
Kal — November 11, 2009 @ 9:36 pm
They seem to have so many antioxidants, which we all know are good for everything!! Heart, cancer, weight, etc!
theskinnyplate — November 11, 2009 @ 9:36 pm
They are full of antioxidants!!!!
Victoria — November 11, 2009 @ 9:37 pm
The cardiovascular benefits of the antioxidants are great! I don’t always want a glass of wine, so it’s nice to have an alternative.
Jaclyn — November 11, 2009 @ 9:39 pm
More antioxidants than red wine- yay for that!!!
courtney — November 11, 2009 @ 9:41 pm
POM kicks apple juice’s booty in terms of antioxidants! and red wine is a close second
M. Howard — November 11, 2009 @ 9:41 pm
Reduce inflammation and full of antioxidants!
What a super food!!
Gooooo POM!!!
Carly — November 11, 2009 @ 9:43 pm
YUM!! Love those antioxidants to neutralize the free radicals that my body may make from all the roasted food I love so much!
Leanne — November 11, 2009 @ 9:43 pm
superfood!
caronae — November 11, 2009 @ 9:44 pm
I love pommegranates! I looked at some of their studies. One of them showed that POM juice can slightly lower blood pressure and increase blood flow to the heart. Although I do think pommegranates are great for you, I am a little skeptical of the studies: they had very few participants (like 10 for many of them!), they were sponsored by POM and not independent researchers, and it isn’t clear if they were double blind! Nonetheless, I like the stuff and I know it’s good for me. Just pointing out the potential biases.
Jenna — November 11, 2009 @ 9:44 pm
they are loaded with antioxidants & neutralize free radicals!
Terri from Sunnyvale, CA — November 11, 2009 @ 9:44 pm
I already knew this, but it is a nice reminder:
Pomegranate Juice has demonstrated a superior ability to neutralize harmful free radicals.
Mag — November 11, 2009 @ 9:48 pm
POM has more antioxidants than many other antioxidant-rich beverages – great for those of us who don’t go nuts for red wine!
Niki — November 11, 2009 @ 9:50 pm
The antioxidants of pomegranates may help decrease inflammation in the body, which is amazing l for people with arthritis and atherosclerosis.
Julie — November 11, 2009 @ 9:50 pm
I love pomegranates and I just learned that the antioxidants in pomegranates may help decrease inflammation, another awesome reason to eat them.
Maureen — November 11, 2009 @ 9:51 pm
Pomegranates have a superior ability to neutralize free radicals!
Evelyn — November 11, 2009 @ 9:52 pm
i can’t believe how many Antioxidants POM has!!
fantastic giveaway!
Erica — November 11, 2009 @ 9:52 pm
Phytochemicals protect plants from harmful elements in the environment, like ultraviolet radiation and pests. Yaaaay phytochemicals!
Sarah — November 11, 2009 @ 9:52 pm
I really enjoyed reading about the history and culture of pomegranates. However, what I found most interesting was that applied research indicates that pomegranate juice has strong antioxidant activity that may help decrease inflammation!
Ilene — November 11, 2009 @ 9:53 pm
Antioxidants!
Rebecca — November 11, 2009 @ 9:55 pm
A high level of antioxidants to neutralize free radicals.
Megan @ Megzz Wins Ar Life — November 11, 2009 @ 9:56 pm
I know this might be repetitive but def Antioxidants!! I have never tried POM and I am dying too!!
Jessie — November 11, 2009 @ 9:58 pm
The antioxidants! I was interested to read the part about antioxidants effect on inflammation. Good info to know!
marie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:01 pm
I am blown away by the antioxidants found in POM. Wowza!
Dee — November 11, 2009 @ 10:02 pm
Thanks to mighty pomegranates, red wine is not my only source of antioxidants!
Emily — November 11, 2009 @ 10:05 pm
The antioxidants in pomegranate juice prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized.by free radicals!
Stephanie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:06 pm
mmm yummy!!!
Research shows that POM Wonderful has strong antioxidant activity and may help decrease inflammation!
Lizzy — November 11, 2009 @ 10:06 pm
that salad looks out of this world!
so funny that its pomegranate month, cause tonight my mom brought home 2 from the store! i had no clue how good these guys were until now. my fav thing about them is the antioxidants that you receive from them! who knew!
Melissa — November 11, 2009 @ 10:07 pm
All the amazing antioxidants!!!!!! (And they’re tasty so they make you smile)
Kristie Lynn — November 11, 2009 @ 10:07 pm
Nice giveaway! I didn’t know that pomegranate juice is a low-glycemic food.
ErinS — November 11, 2009 @ 10:07 pm
i like that pomegranates can fight inflammation!
lucy — November 11, 2009 @ 10:08 pm
pomegranates have unusually high levels of powerful antioxidants, which have the ability to neutralize free radicals
Abby (Nibble, Nourish, Run) — November 11, 2009 @ 10:08 pm
How about restorative agents for UVB damaged skin?! WOW.
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) — November 11, 2009 @ 10:09 pm
Pomegranates are chock full of antioxidants, which help neutralize free radicals!
Laura — November 11, 2009 @ 10:10 pm
I love the antioxidant power in pomegranates. Plus, they taste delicious!
Morgan — November 11, 2009 @ 10:12 pm
I think it’s amazing that POM (as a company) is a fairly new product, but is such a powerhouse item. Pomegranates are part of my husband’s family culture, but their antioxidant power is what keeps me reaching into the bowl of arils!
mags — November 11, 2009 @ 10:14 pm
the antioxidant power for sure! love me some poms!
Katie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:15 pm
Polyphenols! I like it better than wine…
Wendy — November 11, 2009 @ 10:18 pm
Wow I didn’t realize the numerous benefits. Was surprised to hear they did a study that showed drinking POM juice helped improve blood flow.
Erin — November 11, 2009 @ 10:19 pm
POM helps reduce inflammation!
Stephanie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:19 pm
Chocked full o’ antioxidants!!!
greenbean — November 11, 2009 @ 10:19 pm
antioxidants!!
Missy Maintains — November 11, 2009 @ 10:23 pm
I learned that POM has antioxidant properties that can reduce inflammation.
Lucky — November 11, 2009 @ 10:24 pm
Antioxidant potency for the win!
Marianne — November 11, 2009 @ 10:25 pm
“Pomegranate juice has demonstrated superior ability to neutralize harmful free radicals”.
And they are oh so tasty!! Just picked up one today!!
Mastering Public Health — November 11, 2009 @ 10:30 pm
Antioxidants + anti-inflammatory = awesome.
Jodie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:31 pm
It reduces blood pressure. Congrats on the book deal.
Kelsey — November 11, 2009 @ 10:31 pm
pom juice has tons of antioxidants that keep harmful free radicals away!
noelle — November 11, 2009 @ 10:34 pm
Antioxidants helping your skin and lifespan!!!
Amanda — November 11, 2009 @ 10:35 pm
Had no idea about the anti-inflammatory and helping erectile dysfunction!? Wow. And here I thought they were just tasty and loved giving them to my baby to eat for a snack!
Stephanie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:35 pm
Pomegranates have the ability to neutralize free radicals…which we get from metabolism and in the environment from smoke and pollution…ewwww, thus making antioxidants super beneficial.
Annie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:36 pm
pomegrants can help reduce inflammation!!
Emily C. — November 11, 2009 @ 10:38 pm
Not to go along with the crowd or anything, but antioxidants!
Kelly — November 11, 2009 @ 10:39 pm
Antioxidants, antioxidants, antioxidants! So good! Not to mention delicious taste.
Keri — November 11, 2009 @ 10:42 pm
I got such a kick out of the POM website’s health section – I’m a science grad student, and they definitely didn’t hold back from sharing the research, down to the scientific terms
My favorite was: “Pomegranates have shown activity against the cytokine NF-κB and the MAP kinases JNK and ERK, which are critical steps in the cascade of events leading to inflammation” — I actually work in a lab that works on NF-κB, so I loved that they wrote about that
I’d love to know more about how pomegranates do that!
Cathy — November 11, 2009 @ 10:43 pm
I’m impressed that it has more antioxidants than a glass of red wine!
ida — November 11, 2009 @ 10:43 pm
Apparently POM can improve erectile function! that’s news to me.
Kay — November 11, 2009 @ 10:44 pm
More antioxidants than red wine! And its appropriate to drink during breakfast
Emily G — November 11, 2009 @ 10:44 pm
Poms are seriously the superfruit! They have so much antioxidant power and also reduce inflammation…which now after reading these comments helps with ACNE too!!! What a great fruit haha!
Jaima — November 11, 2009 @ 10:46 pm
Watch out viagra….poms increase erectile function! who knew?
Diana — November 11, 2009 @ 10:47 pm
I was surprised to see that POM had more polyphenols than red wine, orange juice or blueberry juice!
Melanie — November 11, 2009 @ 10:50 pm
Absolutely full of antioxidants!!
Tiffany — November 11, 2009 @ 10:52 pm
POM has more polyphenols than red wine?! Maybe I should be drinking a glass of POM every night instead of red wine! (or maybe I’ll have both since I love me some red wine haha)
Michele — November 11, 2009 @ 10:53 pm
High in antioxidants!
jessica — November 11, 2009 @ 10:53 pm
awesome giveaway! POM is full of phytochemicals and antioxidants that neutralize free radicals.
DebinHawaii — November 11, 2009 @ 10:54 pm
In addition to all the antioxidants, I like that “Pomegranate juice has a superior ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals.”
Erin — November 11, 2009 @ 10:55 pm
Pomegranates = oxidization of free radicals = less buildup of arterial plaque!
Ashlee — November 11, 2009 @ 10:55 pm
I like that pomegranates help prevent bad cholesterol.
Jessica — November 11, 2009 @ 10:57 pm
Pomegranates may help reduce inflammation. Maybe POM should be my new post-run recovery drink:)
Diana — November 11, 2009 @ 10:57 pm
Pomegranates can reduce inflammation! I need this – after hard track workout, I’m hurting!
Leigh — November 11, 2009 @ 11:01 pm
Oxidize free radicals!
Jessie (Vegan-minded) — November 11, 2009 @ 11:01 pm
Pomegranates can help prevent LDLs from being oxidized by free radicals. Plus, it tastes really good!
suzie — November 11, 2009 @ 11:07 pm
pomegranates may help reduce the formation of arterial plaques. and I hear arterial plaques aren’t fun.
sals — November 11, 2009 @ 11:08 pm
pomegranates are a low-glycemic index food. and they taste great!
susan — November 11, 2009 @ 11:13 pm
antioxidants galore!
Molly — November 11, 2009 @ 11:13 pm
As a future doctor, I’m impressed that POM lists so many studies published in peer-reviewed journals that tout the health benefits.
More importantly, CONGRATULATIONS!
Angela — November 11, 2009 @ 11:15 pm
As an exercise physiologist who works in Cardiac Rehab, I can’t wait to tell my patients that pomegranates help lower LDL cholesterol.
MoodyFoody — November 11, 2009 @ 11:17 pm
Definitely the antioxidants..they are great for skin!
Claire — November 11, 2009 @ 11:19 pm
Mmmm…love pomegranites! They are full of anti-oxidants which is good for you in so many ways…healthwise AND cosmetically.
Rosie — November 11, 2009 @ 11:20 pm
One word: antioxidants. There isn’t really a need for more elaboration than that.
And, CONGRATULATIONS on the book deal! That is fantastic!
Teri — November 11, 2009 @ 11:20 pm
oh sweet love, a whole case???? please.please.please. i just had my first pom a few weeks ago and LOVED it. I bought another HUGE pomegranate today. I didn’t know that they helped with inflammation. What don’t they help with???
Stephanie — November 11, 2009 @ 11:21 pm
I love that POMegranates are filled with antioxidants! I also love their gorgeous color and the way the arils fly all over the place when you eat them.
jessica — November 11, 2009 @ 11:33 pm
One health benefit of pomegranates is that their antioxidants have the ability to prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals. Cool!
Theorist — November 11, 2009 @ 11:37 pm
POMs have protective effects against oxidative stress. I also learned that the POM site is high jargon! sheesh.
Kristen — November 11, 2009 @ 11:37 pm
The antioxidants in pomegranates may help reduce inflammation.
Congrats on the book deal!!
Steph — November 11, 2009 @ 11:46 pm
All of the antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and they are great for your cholesterol!
Mel — November 11, 2009 @ 11:52 pm
Antioxidants, reduces inflammation and acne! No more prostate cancer with these guys either — these are all important, but we cannot leave out…makes mouth happy!
Melinda — November 11, 2009 @ 11:52 pm
I learned that POM has protective effects against oxidative stress- I could use some of that!
Katrina — November 11, 2009 @ 11:52 pm
I had no idea POMs help decrease inflammation. That is so cool. I LOVE pomegranates. I have been eating some everyday for weeks.
Inna — November 11, 2009 @ 11:58 pm
all the antioxidants! LOVE pomegranates.
Kate w — November 11, 2009 @ 11:59 pm
I learned that they reduce inflammation, never knew that! I just cut one up!!
Liz — November 12, 2009 @ 12:02 am
tons of antioxidants! They taste so good too!
christina — November 12, 2009 @ 12:11 am
i love the antioxidants!
Kim @ Acocuntable 4 Me — November 12, 2009 @ 12:13 am
Antioxidants and polyphenols, along with tasting great! Whats not to love about pomegranates?
Stacy — November 12, 2009 @ 12:14 am
Lots and lots of tasty antioxidants.
Suzanne — November 12, 2009 @ 12:19 am
Antioxidants and lowering cholesterol? I am IN!
Marilyn Tan — November 12, 2009 @ 12:20 am
i did NOT realize it could help erectile dysfunction hah
katherine — November 12, 2009 @ 12:27 am
Yay for Antioxidants!!!
Alyx — November 12, 2009 @ 12:32 am
the antioxidants are why I reach for a pomegranate… but I never knew they reduced inflammation!
Naners — November 12, 2009 @ 12:48 am
Research suggests that pomegranate juice helps to reduce inflammation!
Madeleine@Notes On A Page — November 12, 2009 @ 12:56 am
Love pomegranates! So cool that they’re heart-healthy!
Meghan — November 12, 2009 @ 1:02 am
Pomegranate juice can help prevent arterial plaque– Cool!
Katie — November 12, 2009 @ 1:03 am
Helps cure erectile dysfunction!!!
Amy — November 12, 2009 @ 1:04 am
Because of the high level of antioxidants, POM juice helps decrease inflammation.
Alanna — November 12, 2009 @ 1:15 am
Pomegranates have an extremely high amount antioxidants, which leads to decreased inflammation….in a gerontology course I’m taking right now, I’m learning about the association between antioxidants and decreased arterial plaque
Rachel — November 12, 2009 @ 1:30 am
Pomegranate juice has the ability to prevent LDL (the BAD) cholesterol from being oxidized by free radicals and causing plaques in our arteries, pom’s are truly wonder fruits!
Jen — November 12, 2009 @ 1:42 am
Erictile dysfunction?! I’m reading that article tonite before I go to bed for sure! Too funny.
Laura — November 12, 2009 @ 2:10 am
I learned that pomegranate juice helps decrease inflammation and has more antioxidants than other fruit juices!
Christine — November 12, 2009 @ 2:41 am
Pomegranates are a low GI food
Fallon — November 12, 2009 @ 2:50 am
POM is a true antioxidant powerhouse!
Lynn (The Actors Diet) — November 12, 2009 @ 3:04 am
they reduce inflammation!
Ashley C — November 12, 2009 @ 4:26 am
Go antioxidants!!
maren — November 12, 2009 @ 4:31 am
i think it’s great they are a low GI food… plus all the antioxidants obviously!!!
Deb — November 12, 2009 @ 6:50 am
I learned that pomegranates reduce the amount of plaque buildup in the arteries.
Lynna — November 12, 2009 @ 7:31 am
Phytochemicals, need I say more? I think the best health benefit is that once you have gotten through the hassle of seeding a pomegranate, you are left with pure deliciousness, making it an easy way to get good antioxidants.
Leah Ben-Ami — November 12, 2009 @ 8:20 am
Good ol’ antioxidants. I haven’t bought a pomegranate in ages – perhaps that will have to change?
Jenny — November 12, 2009 @ 8:23 am
well, the antioxidants of course
Shannon — November 12, 2009 @ 8:36 am
i didn’t realize that POM had tannins– i always thought i didn’t like them (in red wine)!
Linda — November 12, 2009 @ 8:50 am
The antioxidants help reduce inflammation!
Angie — November 12, 2009 @ 8:54 am
Ooh….I love everything about pomegranates…especially the …..antioxidants??
Seth @ Boy Meets Food — November 12, 2009 @ 8:59 am
The antioxidants are great.
Laura — November 12, 2009 @ 9:08 am
POM Wonderful juicing process presses the whole fruit, so the bulk of the nutrients of the pomegranate remain in the juice. It is naturally packed with vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, and since pomegranates are not always available at the market, it’s the perfect way to have pomegranates in your diet year round.
Sara — November 12, 2009 @ 9:18 am
Great antioxidants
Danielle J — November 12, 2009 @ 9:19 am
Congrats on the book deal
pomegranates may help reduce inflammation thanks to the antioxidants.. sweet
EL — November 12, 2009 @ 9:20 am
I learned that POM can lower cholesterol.
Kelly D — November 12, 2009 @ 9:20 am
Pomegranates neutralize harmful free radicals…a serious benefit!
kristin point — November 12, 2009 @ 9:23 am
antioxidants
CaSaundra — November 12, 2009 @ 9:24 am
I just love the thought of it being a total super food with antioxidants & all!
Gelareh @ Orange Truffle — November 12, 2009 @ 9:30 am
Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants that can keep bad LDL cholesterol from oxidizing
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers — November 12, 2009 @ 9:35 am
pomegranates reduce inflammation!
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CONGRATS on the book deal. how exciting!
Sami — November 12, 2009 @ 9:38 am
I never knew that they help reduce inflamation! I’m going to have to stock up for after run snacks!
Scott — November 12, 2009 @ 10:29 am
Well obviously the best benefit of drinking POM Wonderful is improved erectile function!
Mary — November 12, 2009 @ 10:59 am
Super high levels of antioxidants! I eat them in my oatmeal every morning lately! Yum.
Elysha — November 12, 2009 @ 12:04 pm
Pomegranates are a low GI fruit because of their natural sugars! Sweet and healthy!
Amy — November 12, 2009 @ 12:44 pm
They can help with acne…good to know!
jeri — November 12, 2009 @ 4:25 pm
Antioxidants! Antioxidants! Antioxidants! Haha, say that 5 times fast. :p
Michele — November 12, 2009 @ 4:40 pm
They help decrease inflammation.
Sarah — November 12, 2009 @ 11:37 pm
it’s a low-Glycemic Index food!!