If offered at all, use only a few plain arils. Peel, pith, and tannins may upset sensitive digestion. Avoid juices, syrups, and molasses-style concentrates.
Pomegranate is a round red fruit with a thick rind and clusters of juicy arils, eaten fresh, juiced, or reduced into syrups. Used in salads, sauces, desserts, and beverages.
Bottled pomegranate juices and molasses-style syrups are often concentrated and may include added sugar. These products are not equivalent to fresh plain arils.
Prep involves scoring the rind and separating arils from peel and white pith. Peel scraps and juice residue should be cleared promptly from counters. and sweetened pomegranate products.
