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Are pomegranate extract capsules safe to take during pregnancy?

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Not certain: Pregnant women should not take pomegranate extract because it may contain fruit rind. The juice, however, is considered safe. Source: Pomegranate | University of Maryland Medical Center http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/pomegranate#ixzz3RCGK0LTN University of Maryland Medical Center Follow us: @UMMC on Twitter | MedCenter on Facebook

Answered 2/9/2015

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Probably: Research suggests that pomegranate is safe in pregnancy. In fact, it may prevent some pregnancy complications. https://medicine.wustl.edu/news/headlines/pomegranate-juice-may-prevent-pregnancy-complications/ There isn't a lot of research on the extract, but its probably safe. Best wishes!

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