It's the season for eating pomegranates again. Pomegranates not only look good, but they are also delicious and highly nutritious. That's why many people enjoy eating pomegranates. However, while pomegranates are good, they should not be eaten in excess. So, what happens if you eat too many pomegranates?
Damaging your teeth
Pomegranates contain various alkaloids and organic acids, which can give a slightly astringent feeling when consumed. Eating an excessive amount can make your teeth feel acidic and may even cause some erosion of the enamel and dentin. Additionally, pomegranates contain a large amount of pigments, and overconsumption or failing to rinse or brush your teeth after eating them can lead to teeth staining and affect their appearance.
Causing constipation
Pomegranates have astringent properties, and it is best to chew the seeds along with the fruit. Consuming small amounts can help regulate gastrointestinal function and aid digestion, offering some relief for constipation. However, if you eat a large amount of pomegranates, their astringent properties become stronger, leading to bloating. Consuming a large quantity of pomegranate seeds can cause indigestion and severe constipation.
Causing body heat
Pomegranates contain many plant alkaloids, organic acids, sugars, and minerals, all of which contribute to the osmotic pressure of pomegranate juice. Consuming small amounts of pomegranate has beneficial effects on the body. However, consuming excessive amounts can lead to severe dehydration in the mouth or esophagus due to osmosis, resulting in a sensation of body heat.
Acute proctitis
Excessive consumption of pomegranates, which contain a large amount of indigestible wood-like material in the seeds, can stimulate the contraction of the intestines, slowing down the elimination of food waste. This can lead to the accumulation of toxins in the rectum, causing acute proctitis due to indigestion and constipation.
Precautions for eating pomegranates
1. Pomegranates are difficult to digest, so those with weak spleen and stomach or poor digestion are advised to consume less or avoid pomegranates.
2. Pomegranates are often consumed as juice, but pomegranate juice has staining properties and can be difficult to remove from clothing. When consuming pomegranates, be careful to avoid staining your clothes.
3. Pomegranates contain many alkaloids that neutralize the hydrochloric acid in the stomach, reducing digestive function. Therefore, it is not advisable to eat other foods before or after consuming pomegranates to avoid indigestion.
