May have antimicrobial properties

Pomegranate compounds may help fight harmful microorganisms.
For instance, they may protect oral health by reducing the growth of germs that can contribute to bad breath and tooth decay.

Pomegranates contain compounds that help fight off potentially harmful bacteria, fungi, and yeasts — particularly germs in the mouth that can cause bad breath and tooth decay.

Certain compounds in pomegranate may help prevent kidney stones.