A member asked:

Is it safe and healthy to eat/swallow pomegranate seeds or should we spit them out?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jason Kline answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Safe.: The seeds are safe to eat, but should be avoided (like other seeds) in patients with a history of diverticulitis/diverticulosis.

Answered 3/16/2013

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Eat them.: They taste great. And they're loaded with antioxidants and are low in calories. Great food choice.

Answered 12/10/2015

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