What should not be eaten with pomegranate?
Disease description:
I just ate a pomegranate and then ate a tomato. My mom said they shouldn't be eaten together, so I felt quite puzzled. What foods cannot be eaten with pomegranates?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Foods that should not be consumed with pomegranate:
1. High-calcium foods: Pomegranate contains a certain amount of tannic acid, which may form indigestible compounds when consumed with high-calcium foods, affecting calcium absorption.
2. Iron-rich foods: The tannic acid in pomegranate may also react with iron-rich foods, forming insoluble complexes that reduce iron bioavailability.
3. Medications: Pomegranate juice may affect the activity of specific enzymes in the liver responsible for metabolizing drugs, such as lipid-lowering medications, antidepressants, and immunosuppressants. Therefore, it is best to avoid consuming large amounts of pomegranate juice while taking these medications.
4. Seafood: Consuming pomegranate together with seafood may cause protein coagulation, leading to indigestion, especially for individuals with sensitive digestive systems.
5. High-protein foods: The tannic acid in pomegranate may also bind with proteins from high-protein foods, forming substances that are difficult to digest.
Take care to avoid combining with incompatible foods to protect your health.
