Tayyib (allowed)·Fruits
Pomegranate
Pomegranate is classified as tayyib in the Tayyibat dietary system, in the fruits group. The framework, developed by Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi, considers it among the foods compatible with the two-hour digestive rule and the broader nutritional logic of the method.
Preparation note
Strained juice, no seeds
Related foods
Glycaemic index and load
Index
35
low
Load for 120 g
8
low
The index is measured on the food alone, fasted. In a full meal, protein and fat flatten the curve markedly.
What the studies say
Frequently asked questions
Is pomegranate tayyib or khabith?
Pomegranate is classified as tayyib (allowed) in the Tayyibat dietary system of Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi.
How should pomegranate be prepared in Tayyibat?
Strained juice, no seeds
What is the rank of pomegranate in the Tayyibat hierarchy?
Pomegranate holds rank 6 in its category. Rank 1 indicates the most recommended item in the Tayyibat hierarchy of the group.
What is the glycaemic index of pomegranate?
Pomegranate has a glycaemic index of about 35, and a glycaemic load of 8 for a 120 g portion. The index is measured on the food alone, fasted; within a full meal, protein and fat flatten the curve markedly.
This article relays the public teachings of Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi for educational and informative purposes. It is not medical advice. Consult your physician before any dietary change. Legal notice.