Clin Nutr June 2004 PMID 15158307

Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation.

Michael Aviram, Mira Rosenblat, Diana Gaitini, Samy Nitecki, Aaron Hoffman, Leslie Dornfeld, Nina Volkova, Dita Presser, Judith Attias, Harley Liker, Tony Hayek

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Discussions demonstrate strong support and curiosity, with posts highlighting benefits such as lowering LDL oxidation and reducing plaque, supported by references to the study and scientific explanations, revealing both interest and engagement in understanding and applying the research findings.

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While there’s enthusiasm about the health benefits, the overall tone suggests potential influence rather than definitive final judgment, due to small sample size and ongoing studies.

Abstract in brief

  • Consumption of pomegranate juice (PJ) for 1 year significantly reduced carotid artery thickening (IMT) and improved antioxidant markers, blood pressure, and LDL oxidation in patients with carotid artery stenosis.
  • The maximum health benefits, including reduced blood pressure and improved antioxidant activity, were observed after 1 year of PJ intake, with minimal additional benefits from continued consumption up to 3 years.
  • Overall, PJ intake appears to slow atherosclerosis progression and improve oxidative stress markers, making it a potential dietary strategy for managing carotid artery disease.

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BowTiedOx | SOF Athlete/Bodybuilder
@BowTiedOx · X

Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for heart health—it has been shown to inhibit plaque build up and even clean up plaque in arteries. https://t.co/CIKofGfo5v

Dec 16, 2022 · 137 likes · 15 shares · 86,122 followers View post →
Orlando_uy
@Orlando_uy · X

Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation it is a very small sample size but this seems quite impressive. https://t.co/aqZoVjw3Ty

Mar 4, 2023 · 11 likes · 697 followers View post →
Truth Signal
@de_bose · X

"Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation." "PJ consumption resulted in a significant IMT reduction, by up to 30%, after 1 year" https://t.co/Qj10w2BBbi https://t.co/7D6f0MVHo1

Jul 20, 2023 · 9 likes · 2,330 followers View post →
vespasji
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@KeyserSozeSi Vsak dan sok granatnega jabolka https://t.co/U0OdHLyY7Z

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Dr. Stephen Cabral
@stephencabral · X

Just 4–6 oz of pomegranate juice a day can lower LDL oxidation by up to 10 points & slow plaque buildup. On today’s Cabral Concept, I share how to use it wisely + 4 more science-backed drinks for heart health. 

Aug 21, 2025 · 4 likes · 1 share · 2,900 followers View post →

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@Jeff17503539993 · X

Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation https://t.co/0z25NsSsNz

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Moosa
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@nickcpicks Doesn't say in abstract- "We investigated the effects of pomegranate juice (PJ, which contains potent tannins and anthocyanins) consumption by atherosclerotic patients" Reference here: https://t.co/xfXoO1hlHk

Aug 23, 2025 · 2 likes · 32,066 followers View post →
Allegra Fox
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RT @stephencabral: Just 4–6 oz of pomegranate juice a day can lower LDL oxidation by up to 10 points & slow plaque buildup. On today’s Cab…

Aug 22, 2025 · 1 share · 631 followers View post →
Dr. Stephen Cabral
@stephencabral · X

Just 4–6 oz of pomegranate juice a day can lower LDL oxidation by up to 10 points & slow plaque buildup. On today’s Cabral Concept, I share how to use it wisely + 4 more science-backed drinks for heart health. 

Aug 21, 2025 · 4 likes · 1 share · 2,900 followers View post →
LongCovidRD
@longcovidRD1980 · X

@DeryaTR_ @bryan_johnson Pom jc is so sweet, 2T per 12oz can LaCroix plain might be enough for taste. But I know it’s not coke. Just a suggestion.

Feb 23, 2025 · 74 followers View post →
LongCovidRD
@longcovidRD1980 · X

@BioavailableNd I might have stated the study results wrong but here is the link to abstract on PubMed: https://t.co/CWDEh1d2I7

Feb 22, 2025 · 74 followers View post →
JohnASloan6
@Sloan6A · X

@TijePietersma @marieparr The pomegranate juice works at clearing the arteries. Based on mine and friends scans. https://t.co/CxBQ5de1k4

Jan 27, 2025 · 436 followers View post →
Professor X
@Profess12158786 · X

@Mangan150 Pomegranate joice studies are promising too. https://t.co/hr6ppidS9N

Jan 3, 2025 · 1 like · 22 followers View post →
ludicium
@lucicium · X

@celestialbe1ng You forgot it cleanes your arteries and reduces plague https://t.co/yajqKip1QS

Dec 19, 2024 · 82 followers View post →
Philippe Boileau
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@BioavailableNd I have been buying coconut water from Dollarama at 1.25$/can for years. I'm just a little concerned about the arsenic content. Thanks, I'll look for their pomegranate juice. I was just reading : https://t.co/aqx9NwUjPb

Oct 16, 2024 · 1 like · 655 followers View post →
Chandra
@INDIANISATION · X

pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduced common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation

Jul 31, 2024 · 1 like · 764 followers View post →
Edward SC
@EdStanleyCary · X

@JimForsythe5 Jim have a look at pomegranate juice as a compliment to medication https://t.co/GSqsawFSW3

Jan 28, 2024 · 1 like · 138 followers View post →
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BrendenMHorn
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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

Nov 24, 2023 · 15 shares · 252 followers View post →
Robert Sapolsky's Burner
@sapolskysburner · X

RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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Richard
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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

Nov 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 15,111 followers View post →
BowTiedOx | SOF Athlete/Bodybuilder
@BowTiedOx · X

RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

Nov 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 86,122 followers View post →
Truth Signal
@de_bose · X

"Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation." "PJ consumption resulted in a significant IMT reduction, by up to 30%, after 1 year" https://t.co/Qj10w2BBbi https://t.co/7D6f0MVHo1

Jul 20, 2023 · 9 likes · 2,330 followers View post →
Orlando_uy
@Orlando_uy · X

Pomegranate juice consumption for 3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis reduces common carotid intima-media thickness, blood pressure and LDL oxidation it is a very small sample size but this seems quite impressive. https://t.co/aqZoVjw3Ty

Mar 4, 2023 · 11 likes · 697 followers View post →
Joel "Heart Prevention" Kahn MD, FACC
@drjkahn · X

RT @tubedonmars: @drjkahn Few papers linking more specifically to cardiovascular benefits https://t.co/R1n1gEQgip

Feb 21, 2023 · 1 share · 32,191 followers View post →
Hunt Smith
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@drjkahn Few papers linking more specifically to cardiovascular benefits https://t.co/R1n1gEQgip

Feb 21, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 78 followers View post →
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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

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Jonathan
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RT @BowTiedOx: Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for hear…

Dec 16, 2022 · 15 shares · 60 followers View post →
BowTiedOx | SOF Athlete/Bodybuilder
@BowTiedOx · X

Pomegranate juice (pure juice, not some concentrate) is one of the healthiest items you can consume. It is amazing for heart health—it has been shown to inhibit plaque build up and even clean up plaque in arteries. https://t.co/CIKofGfo5v

Dec 16, 2022 · 137 likes · 15 shares · 86,122 followers View post →
NOVOS Labs
@NovosLabs · X

@jsookman Here is the link to the study: https://t.co/U7r9Oe2LiD

Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 4,884 followers View post →
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@NovosLabs · X

@MonjeLucax Here is the link to the study. https://t.co/U7r9Oe2LiD

Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 4,884 followers View post →
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Mike Fave
@MikeFaveNP · X

Pomegranate Juice; Lowered BP possible via decreased ROS/ reactive nitrogen species, Decreased oxidative stress within the carotid lesion, and Increased Paraoxonase 1 (PON 1) hydrolytic activity (more on this enzyme in the next tweet). https://t.co/ZQOcKJ2dRJ https://t.co/EyIO2V8tVR

Sep 6, 2021 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
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