Bright red in colour – the colour of blood! Pomegranates are full of wonderfully protective nutrients for the heart and blood vessels (similarly to blueberries). They are anti viral, anti bacterial, anti inflammatory and shown to be a powerful protector against certain cancers such as breast and prostate.

Pomegranates are thought to have a very positive effect on the brain, helping to improve memory function and protect against Alzheimer’s (that fact alone is enough for me to want to eat them). Their properties have been found to help with Arthritis, joint pain, athletic performance and mood enhancement… enough reasons to start eating more of them? I thought so!

These little fibre grenades, are a valuable aid for gut health, as fibre ‘cleans’ the gut and helps the good friend bacteria to develop.

They can sometimes be a little tricky (and messy) to prepare, but once the seeds are removed they will keep well in the fridge for a good few days. To prepare (be prepared for juice flying all over), cut the fruit into quarters and put them at the bottom of your kitchen sink – roll up your sleeves and put on an apron – it doesn’t take long but it as I said, it can potentially be a bit messy! Alternatively, try doing this inside a plastic bag or even underwater.

We are so lucky to have these ‘health bombs’ available all year round in our shops now – my fruit bowl is never seen without one! I like to use the seeds on top of porridge or salads (personally, I never put them in a salad with tomatoes – it may just be me but I don’t think their flavours marry well together at all), they’re also amazing in hot Middle Eastern dishes or on top of organic coconut yogurt and fruit salads.