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Standardized Superfruit Antioxidant Formula

Pomegranate Extract - 60ct 200mg by Solaray

Unleash the Power of Antioxidants with Solaray Pomegranate Extract, a lab-verified botanical supplement formulated to protect your cardiovascular system, neutralize free radicals, and promote cellular vitality.

✓ 40% Ellagic Acid: Guaranteed 80 mg of active polyphenols in every capsule.
✓ Dual Fruit & Seed: Delivers 200 mg concentrated fruit extract plus 150 mg pure seed powder.
✓ 100% Vegan VegCaps: Clean plant-based delivery free from artificial additives.
✓ VitaNet Certified Value: Factory-fresh inventory backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee since 1995.

Whether you are targeting cardiovascular maintenance, seeking healthy blood vessel tone, or looking for natural cellular defense against everyday stressors, this daily one-capsule formula delivers the polyphenol equivalent of multiple whole pomegranates without the excess fruit sugars or calories.

Why Pomegranate Extract? The Science in Plain English

Pomegranates (Punica granatum) have been revered for millennia across the Mediterranean and Middle East as a symbol of health, fertility, and long life. Modern scientific testing confirms that pomegranates contain some of the highest concentrations of protective compounds in the entire plant kingdom.

Understanding Free Radicals and Antioxidant Defense

Every day, your body is exposed to metabolic stress, sunlight, environmental pollutants, and processed foods. These factors generate reactive molecules called free radicals. Think of free radicals like tiny molecular rust sparks inside your body. Left unchecked, they trigger oxidative stress, damaging cell walls, blood vessels, and DNA. Antioxidants act like natural shields: they surrender their own electrons to disarm these rust sparks before they can harm your healthy tissues.

The Power of Standardized Ellagic Acid

Not all pomegranate products are the same. A standard glass of juice can vary widely depending on the fruit's ripeness and processing, and it comes packed with fructose. Solaray Pomegranate Extract solves this by using a standardized extraction method. Each capsule delivers a verified 80 mg of Ellagic Acid (40%). Once digested, beneficial bacteria in a healthy gut microbiome can transform ellagic acid into microscopic metabolic compounds known as urolithins, which support mitochondrial health and deep cellular clean-up.

Dual-Action Synergy: Concentrated Fruit Extract Plus Whole Seed

Many ordinary supplements only utilize the juice residue or peel. Solaray combines targeted modern standardization with full-spectrum botanical wisdom by pairing high-potency fruit extract with whole pomegranate seed:

1. Pomegranate Fruit Extract (200 mg)

Guaranteed to yield 80 mg of Ellagic Acid (40%), alongside naturally occurring punicalagins and polyphenols.

2. Whole Pomegranate Seed (150 mg)

Supplies naturally occurring plant co-factors, botanical fiber, and beneficial plant sterols.

Key Health Benefits Backed by Clinical Nutrition

Integrating Solaray Pomegranate Extract into your daily regimen supports several key systems in your body:

Heart and Arterial Health

Pomegranate polyphenols help protect low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad cholesterol") from becoming oxidized by free radicals. Preventing LDL oxidation is essential for maintaining flexible, plaque-free arterial walls and supporting healthy circulation throughout the body.

Blood Pressure and Vascular Tone Support

Clinical research demonstrates that bioactive pomegranate compounds help support the activity of an enzyme called endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS). This promotes healthy nitric oxide levels, helping blood vessels relax and comfortably dilate to support blood pressure already within a normal, healthy range.

Cellular Aging and Skin Vitality

Sunlight exposure, natural aging, and metabolic waste can break down cellular proteins, including collagen. Pomegranate’s concentrated ellagitannins help scavenge hydroxyl and superoxide radicals, providing internal photoprotective support for radiant, youthful-looking skin.

Microbiome & Gut Longevity

When ellagic acid reaches the colon, diverse microflora break it down into urolithin metabolites (including Urolithin A). Groundbreaking research indicates urolithins stimulate mitophagy—the natural cellular recycling process that cleans out tired, aging mitochondria and generates fresh cellular energy.

Rigorous Peer-Reviewed Scientific Evidence

VitaNet is committed to transparency. In alignment with scientific integrity and medical consensus, our descriptions are grounded in published, peer-reviewed human clinical trials and mechanistic biochemical evaluations:

Cardiovascular Protection and Carotid Artery Health:

In a landmark clinical study, patients supplementing with pomegranate polyphenols over a 3-year period experienced a significant reduction in common carotid artery intima-media thickness (cIMT), reduced systolic blood pressure, and decreased LDL susceptibility to oxidation.

Citation: Aviram, M., Rosenblat, M., Gaitini, D., et al. (2004). "Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation." Clinical Nutrition, 23(3), 423–433. PMID: 15158307.

Vascular Function and Blood Pressure Regulation:

A randomized controlled crossover trial confirmed that polyphenol-rich pomegranate intake promotes healthy arterial compliance and produces significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure through the inhibition of serum angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) activity.

Citation: Lynn, A., Hamadeh, H., Liang, V., Russell, J. M., & Barker, M. E. (2012). "Effects of pomegranate juice supplementation on pulse wave velocity and blood pressure in healthy young and middle-aged men and women." Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 67(3), 309–314. PMID: 22878937.

Human Safety and Antioxidant Biomarkers:

Clinical evaluation on human volunteers ingesting standardized pomegranate ellagitannin extract confirmed safety, lack of adverse biochemical changes, and significant systemic increases in plasma antioxidant capacity and protective paraoxonase (PON1) activity.

Citation: Heber, D., Seeram, N. P., Wyatt, H., et al. (2007). "Safety and antioxidant activity of a pomegranate ellagitannin-enriched polyphenol dietary supplement in overweight individuals." Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 55(24), 10050–10054. PMID: 17979251.

Microbiota Conversion into Bioactive Urolithins:

Human metabolomic research demonstrates that the bioactive effects of dietary ellagitannins and ellagic acid are mediated through intestinal microbial conversion into urolithins, generating systemic anti-inflammatory and cardiometabolic improvements.

Citation: González-Sarrías, A., García-Villalba, R., Romo-Vaquero, M., et al. (2017). "The gut microbiota metabolism of pomegranate or walnut ellagitannins yields two urolithin-metabotypes that correlate with cardiometabolic risk biomarkers." Clinical Nutrition, 37(3), 897–905. PMID: 28347564.

Complete Supplement Facts and Ingredient Listing

VitaNet guarantees full label disclosure so you know exactly what you are putting into your body. No proprietary hidden blends and no unnecessary synthetic binders.

Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 VegCap Servings Per Container: 60
Amount Per Serving Amount % Daily Value
Pomegranate (Punica granatum) (fruit extract)
(Guaranteed to contain 80 mg [40%] ellagic acid)
200 mg *
Pomegranate (Punica granatum) (seed) 150 mg *
* Daily Value not established.

Excipients & Other Ingredients Explained

Suggested Usage, Timing, and Practitioner Precautions

Directions for Daily Use

Use only as directed. Take 1 VegCap daily with a meal or a full 8 oz. glass of water. Because polyphenols assimilate best when taken with nourishment, consuming your capsule alongside breakfast or lunch is ideal. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Important Safety Warnings and Clinical Contraindications

California Proposition 65 Notice: Consuming natural botanical products can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Manufactured under stringent Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and tested for heavy metal purity.

Solaray Quality Assurance & The VitaNet Advantage

When you order your dietary supplements online, source integrity matters. Here is why discerning shoppers trust Solaray and VitaNet:

Solaray Triple-Lab Verified

Every batch of Solaray herbs is tested in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory for identity, microbiological safety, heavy metals, and guaranteed active marker potency.

Serving Online Since 1995

VitaNet is an established American health store located in Hartville, Ohio. We have supplied certified vitamins and botanicals directly to customers for over three decades.

100% Money-Back Guarantee

We stand by every bottle. If you are not completely satisfied, return your product within our generous guarantee window for a complete 100% refund of your purchase price.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Straightforward answers to common questions regarding Solaray Pomegranate Extract.

What makes Solaray Pomegranate Extract better than drinking commercial pomegranate juice?

Bottled pomegranate juice contains significant amounts of naturally occurring sugar (often 30 to 35 grams of sugar per 8 oz glass) and calories, which can spike blood glucose. In contrast, Solaray Pomegranate Extract delivers a guaranteed 80 mg of active ellagic acid (40%) alongside whole seed powder with zero grams of sugar, zero artificial sweeteners, and zero liquid calories.

What does "standardized to 40% ellagic acid" mean?

Standardization guarantees consistent strength from pill to pill. While crude botanical powders fluctuate depending on harvest conditions and soil quality, Solaray guarantees that exactly 40% (80 mg) of the 200 mg extract is pure, active ellagic acid—the exact active constituent investigated in heart health and anti-aging research.

Can pomegranate extract help support healthy blood pressure?

Yes. Multiple human clinical trials indicate that pomegranate polyphenols support healthy blood flow and blood pressure already within normal ranges. They achieve this by neutralizing free radicals in the bloodstream and supporting natural endothelial nitric oxide production, which helps blood vessel walls relax.

What is the best time of day to take this capsule?

It is best taken once daily with a meal—such as breakfast or lunch—and a full glass of water. Consuming polyphenols with food supports balanced digestive assimilation and helps prevent any mild stomach sensitivity.

Are there any known medication interactions?

Because pomegranate extract naturally supports cardiovascular dynamics, it may have additive effects when combined with prescription blood pressure medications or blood thinners. Pomegranate compounds can also interact with certain liver enzymes (CYP3A4 and CYP2C9). Always speak to your prescribing doctor or pharmacist before introducing a concentrated botanical extract.

Is this supplement vegan and allergen-friendly?

Yes. Solaray encapsulates this formula in 100% plant-based VegCaps (vegetable cellulose). It contains no animal gelatin, dairy, artificial colors, or artificial preservatives, making it suitable for both vegetarian and vegan diets.

Why does the formula include both fruit extract and whole seed?

The fruit extract provides high-dose standardized ellagic acid, while the whole pomegranate seed contributes natural botanic fibers, sterols, and punicic acid. This complete approach ensures you receive both clinical-strength active polyphenols and the full spectrum of naturally occurring plant synergy.

FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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