Dangers of Pomegranate
Although, pomegranate can be a great fruit to help you with certain health problems and conditions. There are some side effects that are rarely noted, some are mild and expected to be from the intake of too much of the fruit of a pomegranate. Which is mainly soft and juicy like a very small grape, only not as hard? Over eating of these fruits can lead to stomach and gastrointestinal issues that can include vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. These may be very mild or very extreme in their effects upon you and they can last from anywhere from a few minutes to several hours.
Another thing to consider is that pomegranate is actually used as a certain poison in ancient times. You do not need to be overly concerned about the fruit, as even water can make you sick if you drink too much or too quickly. So you cannot avoid everything that may harm you when it comes to foods or drinks, but you can eat them responsibly and try not to eat too much of any one thing at once. Keep in mind also that most fruit juice of any kind can cause diarrhea or some mild stomach upset. This is why it is always better to try to drink a fruit juice that does not contain as much sugar or additives in it.
Taking pomegranate as an herbal supplement is always a more dangerous choice than consuming the fruit alone. If you are pregnant or breast feeding you are cautioned against taking these pomegranate supplements. Also, some side effects are specific to the exact reason why you are taking them for, if it is used medicinally for more than just an extra boost in vitamins and minerals. If you are taking pomegranate to treat a parasitic infection such as one from tape worms, it is not recommended you take it with any fats or oils. Also, you should never eat the dried peel of a pomegranate fruit, for it has been shown to contain certain cells that can cause cancer, and never eat the stem or root with out a doctors say so.
Allergic reactions are something to also keep in mind. If you have been known to have allergies to any other fruits great caution should be taken in eating a pomegranate and it may be safer to just avoid it, or have a professional test your reaction under control circumstances. If you do happen to think you are having a reaction, contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to Pomegranate are explained as having sudden rash, hives or itching, breathing may become difficult with or with out wheezing, difficulty in swallowing, or any swelling in the lips, tongue, mouth, or throat, some may experience facial swelling as well.
There are also some cases of drug interaction with pomegranate, especially if you take the supplement. People that are taking any kind of blood pressure medication whether for high or low blood pressure are encouraged not to eat many pomegranate products as pomegranate is shown to lower blood pressure so it may make it too low or work against trying to raise it.
Pomegranate products can potentially interact with several medicines. There is some evidence that pomegranates may restrain some of the liver enzymes that break down many different medications. This could cause high levels of these medications to accumulate in the body, increasing the risk of toxicity and side effects. Although an occasional consumption of pomegranate fruit or juice is probably not likely to lead to drug interactions, however excessive consumption, either through fruit, juice, extracts, or supplements may possibly result in drug interactions. You should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the pomegranate interactions that may apply to you.