Food
Pomegranate
A jewel-seeded fruit rich in antioxidants, eaten or juiced to support the heart and healthy blood pressure.
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🥄 How to use it
Eat the fresh seeds (arils) as a food, or drink a small glass of pomegranate juice; it's tart, antioxidantA helpful substance in colorful fruits and vegetables that protects your cells from everyday wear and tear. More →-rich, and heart-friendly.
How much: A serving of fresh seeds, or a small glass of 100% juice.
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Pomegranate is the ruby-seeded fruit whose deep color signals its rich antioxidants, studied for supporting the heart, healthy blood pressure, and flexible arteries. The fresh seeds are a delightful food, and a small glass of pure juice is the concentrated way to enjoy its benefits.
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⚖️ Cautions
- A whole food and very safe; the juice is sugary, so keep portions modest.
- Pomegranate may interact with some medicines (including certain blood-pressure and blood-thinning drugs) — check if you take these.
- Choose 100% juice without added sugar.
📚 Why we trust it
- A whole-food source of heart-friendly antioxidants
- Studied for supporting blood pressure and circulation
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🕊️ A word of encouragement
A fruit of many jewels within a single rind. Look beneath the surface for hidden riches.
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