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HEALTH BENEFITS OF PINEAPPLE

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Pineapple is a
remarkable fruit. We find it enjoyable because of its lush, sweet and exotic
flavour, but it may also be one of the most healthful foods available today. If
we take a more detailed look at it, we will find that pineapple is valuable for
easing indigestion, arthritis or sinusitis. The juice has an anthelmintic
effect; it helps get rid of intestinal worms.
Let’s look at how
pineapple affects other conditions…
Pineapple is high
in manganese, a mineral that is critical to development of strong bones and
connective tissue.  A cup of fresh
pineapple will give you nearly 75% of the recommended daily amount. It is
particularly helpful to older adults, whose bones tend to become brittle with
age.
[Bromelain, a
proteolytic enzyme, is the key to pineapple’s value.]
Proteolytic means
“breaks down protein”, which is why pineapple is known to be a
digestive aid. It helps the body digest proteins more efficiently.
Bromelain is also
considered an effective anti-inflammatory. Regular ingestion of at least one
half cup of fresh pineapple daily is purported to relieve painful joints common
to osteoarthritis. It produces mild pain relief. In Germany , bromelain is
approved as a post-injury medication because it is thought to reduce
inflammation and swelling.
Orange juice is a
popular liquid for those suffering from a cold because it is high in Vitamin C.
Fresh pineapple is not only high in this vitamin, but because of the bromelain,
it has the ability to reduce mucous in the throat. If you have a cold with a
productive cough, add pineapple to your diet. It is commonly used in Europe as
a post-operative measure to cut mucous after certain sinus and throat
operations. Those individuals who eat fresh pineapple daily report fewer sinus
problems related to allergies. In and of itself, pineapple has a very low risk
for allergies.

Pineapple is also
known to discourage blood clot development. This makes it a valuable dietary
addition for frequent fliers and others who may be at risk for blood clots.
An old folk remedy
for morning sickness is fresh pineapple juice. It really works! Fresh juice and
some nuts first thing in the morning often make a difference. It’s also good
for a healthier mouth. The fresh juice discourages plaque growth.
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