Goji Berries vs Pomegranate – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing goji berries to pomegranate, we picked the goji berries.

Why?

Both fruits with substantial phytochemical benefits, but…

In terms of macros, goji berries have a lot more protein, carbs, and fiber, the ratio of which latter two brings the glycemic index to the same place as pomegranate’s—specifically, that eating either of these will not raise a person’s blood glucose levels. We thus call this a win for goji berries, as the “more food per food” option.

In the category of vitamins, goji berries have a lot more of vitamins A, B3, B6, and C, while pomegranate is not higher in any vitamins.

When it comes to minerals, goji berries have more calcium, iron, magnesium, selenium, and zinc, while pomegranate has more copper. Another win for goji berries here.

With regard to those phytochemical benefits we talked about; it’s worth noting that they come in abundance in goji berries, while in pomegranates, most of the benefits are in the peel, not the flesh/seeds that people most often eat. So, again goji berries win.

Adding up the sections makes for an easy win for goji berries today.

Want to learn more?

You might like to read:

• Goji Berries: Which Benefits Do They Really Have?
• The Sugary Food That Lowers Blood Sugars ← this is about goji berries
• Pomegranate’s Health Gifts Are Mostly In Its Peel

Take care!