- Scientists have discovered that a powerful heart-protecting natural compound found in pomegranates contributes to heart health; while the body does not absorb this compound directly, it is broken down by gut bacteria into smaller molecules called urolithins among them, urolithin A which has emerged as particularly powerful in combating atherosclerosis.
A new study suggests that a simple and affordable fruit, the pomegranate, could play a significant role in protecting heart health and lowering the risk of cardiovascular…