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How do pomegranates help hearts?
Pomegranates and berries contain ellagitannins, which gut bacteria transform into urolithin A. This compound then helps stiff heart tissue relax and reduces scarring, improving cardiac performance. Without the right gut microbes, consuming pomegranates might not yield the same benefits, highlighting the complex role of our internal ecosystem.
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