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Can pomegranate extracts help treat cancer in humans?
short by / on Friday, 16 January, 2026
While pomegranate extracts show antioxidative and anti-proliferative effects against cancer cells in vitro, Sarthak Moharir, Consultant in Radiation Oncology, explains that this doesn’t mean they are a proven cancer treatment in humans. Complex metabolic pathways and clinical validation are needed before pomegranate can be recommended for cancer management beyond supportive nutrition.