Pomegranate seeds can be chewed and eaten directly. The main components of pomegranate seeds are protein and fat. Although they also contain cellulose and lignin, their nutrient content is higher, and they are non-toxic and non-irritating, so they can be chewed and eaten directly.

Because pomegranate seeds are divided into two types: hard seed pomegranate and soft seed pomegranate, the main difference is the variety. Hard-seeded pomegranates have a higher lignin content, making them harder, making them difficult to chew and less digestible. Soft-seeded pomegranates have a softer texture, making them easier to chew and easier to digest.

Pomegranate purchasing tips

It should be noted that the most common pomegranates on the market are divided into three colors: red, yellow, and green. Some people think that the redder, the better. In fact, unlike apples and The general method of selecting some fruits is that pomegranates are generally yellow and sweetest due to their variety. Such pomegranates are better. At the same time, when we choose pomegranates, we should also look at the luster. We need to see whether the luster of the pomegranate is bright or not.

If it is smooth and shiny, it means the pomegranate is fresh. If there are black spots on the surface, it means it is no longer fresh. If there are a few small black particles on the pomegranate, it does not affect the pomegranate grains. The quality of the pomegranate is only large-scale black spots that indicate that the pomegranate is not fresh, so it is helpful for us to rejuvenate the pomegranate.

Reference for the above content? Baidu Encyclopedia-Pomegranate