Cardiologist Recommends Pomegranate as a Top Fruit for Lowering Blood Pressure Effectively
Food16 Dec 2025 21:56 GMT+7 
If you're seeking natural methods to control blood pressure, besides the widely recognized benefits of bananas, a U.S. heart specialist has crowned one often overlooked fruit as "The Best": the "Pomegranate."
According to cardiologists, pomegranate is more than just an ordinary fruit; it directly supports blood vessel health for several compelling reasons.
- Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants that protect cells from damage and reduce inflammation, a key cause of artery stiffening.
- Its nutrients stimulate the production of "Nitric Oxide," which acts like an "unlocking agent" that relaxes blood vessels, improving blood flow and naturally lowering blood pressure.
- An analysis of over 22 clinical studies published in the journal Current Pharmaceutical Design found consistent evidence that drinking pomegranate juice or eating the fruit effectively lowers blood pressure both short- and long-term.
However, although pomegranate is excellent for blood pressure reduction, those taking certain medications, such as statin cholesterol drugs, should consult a doctor first, as pomegranate juice may affect how these drugs work.
Other fruits that support blood pressure reduction
Besides pomegranate, there are other fruits you should keep in your fridge to help control blood pressure:
- Bananas are high in potassium, which helps eliminate excess sodium from the body, making them especially suitable for those who enjoy salty foods.
- Berries, especially blueberries, contain high levels of anthocyanins that enhance blood vessels’ nitric oxide production, increasing their flexibility.
- Leafy green vegetablesSuch as spinach or kale—though not fruits, these are recommended by doctors because their natural nitrates also effectively dilate blood vessels.
Eating these fruits is an excellent supplement, but the core remains overall lifestyle changes: reducing salt intake, exercising regularly, and adding unsweetened pomegranate juice or fresh pomegranate to daily snacks can help sustainably lower blood pressure.
