Tag: Pomegranate

Pomegranate juice is fairly high in the mineral potassium, which can be problematic for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Can kidney patients drink pomegranate juice? According to Dr. Joseph Vassalotti, Chief Medical Officer at the National Kidney Foundation, “pomegranate juice is high in antioxidants and high in potassium, which can be problematic for people […]

A diet high in salt can bring on the bloat, causing your body to retain water. Pomegranate juice contains magnesium and potassium to counteract this. Tabasco has capsaicin to increase urine flow and rid your body of excess salt. This non-alcoholic beverage also helps you avoid the hidden bloating effects of alcohol. What fruits help […]

On digesting fruit Its cousins, melons, as well as oranges, grapefruit, bananas and grapes, will leave your stomach in about 30 minutes. Foods rich in fiber help the digestive tract to function more efficiently. The majority of other fruits (apples, pears, kiwis, cherries, etc.) should take about 40 minutes to digest. Are pomegranate seeds digested? […]

Pomegranate seeds are said to be the best medicine for any intestine and gut problems. It can be taken every day as a food that will help us from irritable bowel syndrome which urges us to frequently pass stools. Pomegranate leaf (madhulai ilai) can be made into a paste or can be filtered to extract […]

May Cause Digestive Disorders The excessive consumption of pomegranate may cause many disorders, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea in some people. As per anecdotal evidence, excessive intake of this fruit may also irritate the gastrointestinal tract. Can you get food poisoning from pomegranates? 3. Pomegranate seeds — Hepatitis A, a viral infection […]

According to Dr. Joseph Vassalotti, Chief Medical Officer at the National Kidney Foundation, “pomegranate juice is high in antioxidants and high in potassium, which can be problematic for people with kidney disease. Are pomegranate seeds good for kidney? The seeds and juice of pomegranate are important for removing kidney stones as they are good sources […]

Typically pomegranates are grown as a tree, but they can be grown as a large bush by allowing suckers to grow, and keeping it pruned for size. Prune as trees by selectively removing suckers and training it into a multi-trunked tree. Why is the pomegranate the fruit of death? Symbol of death and fertility In […]

Splitting in pomegranates is usually caused by uneven watering. The fruit dries out from lack of water, then swells when water is provided. How do I keep my pomegranate from cracking? You can prevent splitting by mulching your tree heavily with at least 3 inches (8 cm.) of organic mulch and putting it on a […]

Pomegranate leaves are edible. Choose only leaves that have not been sprayed and wash them well. Try these uses: Salads. Can you drink pomegranate leaves? Take few pomegranate leaves that have been washed and boil them in water. Let it boil for a few minutes. Strain and drink it. Drink this everyday before bed to […]

Although the Pomegranate is know to have a shallow, spreading root system that is not considered invasive, it like other shrubs or trees will take the opportunity to take advantage of a leaking water or drain line if open or broken. Planted too close to a septic system you do take the risk of damage. […]

Another report revealed that lignin increased with soft seeded varieties and diminished with hard seeded varieties as the fruit transitioned to the ripe stage. So the presences of lignin might be responsible for the seed hardness trait in pomegranates. Are pomegranate seeds meant to be hard? Each seed is encased in a sweet and juicy […]

Antioxidants present in pomegranate act as a ‘thinner for your blood’. The seeds of pomegranate prevent your blood platelets from forming clots and coagulating. Is pomegranate blood thinner? Pomegranate may interact with the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin) and increase the risk of bleeding. What can I drink to prevent blood clots? Some foods and other […]

Passion fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C: it is three times higher in vitamin C (30mg per 100g) than Pomegranate (10mg per 100g). Pomegranate is richer in vitamins B1, E, and K, while Passion fruit provides more vitamin B2, B3, B6, and A. Which fruit is equal to pomegranate? Much like pomegranates, guavas […]

Hello it is not right combination of food. Because fruits have fruit acid such as in pomegranate present Gallic acid which react with milk protien. You can take sapratly gap between both at least 1-2 hr. Is it OK to drink milk after eating fruit? Fruits and milk This will come as a shock but […]

While pomegranates are not toxic to dogs, they can still make dogs sick. Small quantities of raw pomegranate are not dangerous for your dog, but eating a whole pomegranate can cause stomach upset or gastrointestinal distress. Safer fruits to offer your pet include blackberries, cantaloupe, and blueberries. What do I do if my dog ate […]

Pomegranate juice, like grapefruit juice, may pose health risks with drugs. Does pomegranate juice affect atorvastatin? The authors concluded that pomegranate juice contains potent antioxidant nutrients capable of reducing the cytotoxicity of hypercholesterolemia and atorvastatin, and enhancing the structure and function of the cerebellar cortex. What medications does pomegranate interfere with? Pomegranate juice can lower […]

This is because pomegranate contains tannic acid which causes black stains. It is because of the pomegranate juice… it will enter your fingertips and leave dark brown or black stains ion your finger and nails f you leave your hands dry for a long time after eating them. How do you get pomegranate stains off […]

Ripe pomegranates bruise easily and can even split naturally. Such split specimens are perfectly fine to eat, especially if you find them at a farmer’s market. It’s usually a good idea to avoid pomegranates with cuts or soft spots, however. Can you eat split pomegranate? If the cause of splitting is a fungal disease – […]

Pomegranates can split open when they are ripe, but splitting and cracking before they reach maturity is a sign of inconsistent watering. Why are my pomegranate splitting open? If a dry spell (no rain or no watering) is followed by a sudden influx of water, the cells inside the fruit expand faster than the skin […]

If the seeds are red but the pith is a bit brown around the edges, it is OK to use the seeds. But if the seeds are a brownish color and appear soft and mushy, you’ll have to throw them away. How do you know when pomegranates seeds are bad? Pomegranate seeds are bad if […]