How to eat pomegranate: with or without seeds

07.10.2024 21:29

Everyone has heard about the benefits of pomegranate, but few people know that its seeds are also edible and healthy.

We tell you about the benefits of pomegranate seeds and who shouldn’t eat them.

Can you eat pomegranate with seeds?

It is possible and necessary, if there are no contraindications. Pomegranate seeds contain fiber and starch, which are useful for the gastrointestinal tract.

By consuming pomegranate with seeds, you improve intestinal peristalsis and remove toxins.

However, in some cases, eating pomegranate with seeds can negatively affect the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.

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You should not eat pomegranate with seeds if you have an ulcer or erosion of the stomach/intestines, or if you have chronic constipation.

Pomegranate, whether with or without seeds, should not be consumed by people with allergies or individual intolerances, as well as by children under 2 years of age.

Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor