Post by Trade Coach on Jun 8, 2018 20:44:40 GMT 1
Pineapple can be commonly found in local markets and shopping malls, all-around the year. The fruit is not only valued for its sweetness but for its usefulness to treat digestion problems and inflammation.
Satisfied with its nutritional breakdown and numerous health benefits, experts have recommended that the fruit be incorporated into daily diet.
For example, one cup of fresh pineapple chunks provides 131 percent of vitamin C needs for the day, two percent of vitamin A needs, two percent of calcium and two percent of iron. Pineapple is also a source of important vitamins and minerals such as thiamin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, manganese and potassium and antioxidants.
It is advised that you make your own pineapple juice. Nothing tastes better than fresh fruit juice in the morning. Select a pineapple with a firm, plump body without bruising or soft spots and green leaves at the crown. A green outer shell does not mean the pineapple is not ripe, contrary to popular belief. Pineapples should be picked at their peak ripeness since unlike other fruits, they will not continue to ripen once picked. Whole or cut pineapple should be stored in the refrigerator.
It can be eaten as fruit salad together with apple, pawpaw, watermelon and others. Add some pineapples slices to your salad at lunch or dinner. When you make the juice yourself, you can be sure there are no added preservatives or sweeteners.
Fresh pineapple is the only known source of an enzyme called porcelain, which has been used in studies to determine its effectiveness in alleviating joint pain, arthritis, reduce inflammation, inhibit tumor growth and shorten recovery time following plastic surgery.
Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle-related health conditions. Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like pineapples decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, heart disease and promotes a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy, overall lower weight.
Age related macular degeneration
A higher intake of all fruits (three or more servings per day) has also been shown to decrease risk of and progression of age-related macular degeneration.
It prevents Asthma
The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is beta-carotene, found in plant foods like pineapple, mangoes, papaya, apricots, broccoli, cantaloupe, pumpkin and carrots.
It lowers blood pressure
Increasing potassium intake by consuming high potasium fruits and vegetables can help with lowering blood pressure. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, fewer than two percent of US adults meet the daily 4700 mg recommendation.
Fights cancer
As an excellent source of the strong antioxidant vitamin C, pineapple can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Diets rich in beta-carotene may also play a protective role against prostate cancer, according to a study conducted by Harvard School of Public Health's Department of Nutrition. It has been shown to have an inverse association with the development of colon cancer in the Japanese population. Apart from pineapple, high fiber intakes from all fruits and vegetables are associated with a lowered risk of colorectal cancer.
According to the American Cancer Society, "there are studies suggesting that bromelain found in pineapple and other such enzymes may be used with standard cancer treatment to help reduce some side effects (such as mouth and throat inflammation due to radiation treatments)."
For diabetes patients, studies have shown that type1 diabetics who consume high-fiber diets have lower blood glucose levels and type2 diabetics may have improved blood sugar, lipids and insulin levels. One medium pineapple provides about 13 grams of fiber.
Aids Digestion
Because of their fiber and water content, pineapples help to prevent constipation and promote regularity and a healthy digestive tract.
For Fertility
Antioxidant-rich diets have been shown to improve fertility because free radicals also can damage the reproductive system, foods with high antioxidant activity like pineapples that battle free radicals are recommended for those trying to conceive. The antioxidants in pineapple such as vitamins C, beta-carotene and the vitamins and minerals and copper, zinc and folate have properties that affect both male and female fertility.
Healing and inflammation
Some studies have shown that bromelain, the enzyme found pineapples, can reduce swelling, bruising, healing time, and pain associated with injury and surgical intervention. Bromelain is currently being used to treat and reduce inflammation from tendinitis, sprains, strains, and other minor muscle injuries as well as swelling related to ear, nose and throat surgeries or trauma.
Also, the fiber, potassium and vitamin C content in pineapple all support heart health. In a study, those who consumed 4069 mg of potassium per day had a 49 percent lower risk of death from ischemic heart disease compared with those who consumed less potassium (about 1000 mg per day).
High potassium intakes are also associated with a reduced risk of stroke, protection against loss of muscle mass, preservation of bone mineral density and reduction in the formation of kidney stones.
The antioxidant vitamin C, when eaten in its natural form (as in pineapple) or applied topically, can help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin texture. Vitamin C also plays a vital role in the formation of collagen, the support system of the skin.
Satisfied with its nutritional breakdown and numerous health benefits, experts have recommended that the fruit be incorporated into daily diet.
For example, one cup of fresh pineapple chunks provides 131 percent of vitamin C needs for the day, two percent of vitamin A needs, two percent of calcium and two percent of iron. Pineapple is also a source of important vitamins and minerals such as thiamin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, manganese and potassium and antioxidants.
It is advised that you make your own pineapple juice. Nothing tastes better than fresh fruit juice in the morning. Select a pineapple with a firm, plump body without bruising or soft spots and green leaves at the crown. A green outer shell does not mean the pineapple is not ripe, contrary to popular belief. Pineapples should be picked at their peak ripeness since unlike other fruits, they will not continue to ripen once picked. Whole or cut pineapple should be stored in the refrigerator.
It can be eaten as fruit salad together with apple, pawpaw, watermelon and others. Add some pineapples slices to your salad at lunch or dinner. When you make the juice yourself, you can be sure there are no added preservatives or sweeteners.
Fresh pineapple is the only known source of an enzyme called porcelain, which has been used in studies to determine its effectiveness in alleviating joint pain, arthritis, reduce inflammation, inhibit tumor growth and shorten recovery time following plastic surgery.
Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle-related health conditions. Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like pineapples decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, heart disease and promotes a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy, overall lower weight.
Age related macular degeneration
A higher intake of all fruits (three or more servings per day) has also been shown to decrease risk of and progression of age-related macular degeneration.
It prevents Asthma
The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is beta-carotene, found in plant foods like pineapple, mangoes, papaya, apricots, broccoli, cantaloupe, pumpkin and carrots.
It lowers blood pressure
Increasing potassium intake by consuming high potasium fruits and vegetables can help with lowering blood pressure. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, fewer than two percent of US adults meet the daily 4700 mg recommendation.
Fights cancer
As an excellent source of the strong antioxidant vitamin C, pineapple can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Diets rich in beta-carotene may also play a protective role against prostate cancer, according to a study conducted by Harvard School of Public Health's Department of Nutrition. It has been shown to have an inverse association with the development of colon cancer in the Japanese population. Apart from pineapple, high fiber intakes from all fruits and vegetables are associated with a lowered risk of colorectal cancer.
According to the American Cancer Society, "there are studies suggesting that bromelain found in pineapple and other such enzymes may be used with standard cancer treatment to help reduce some side effects (such as mouth and throat inflammation due to radiation treatments)."
For diabetes patients, studies have shown that type1 diabetics who consume high-fiber diets have lower blood glucose levels and type2 diabetics may have improved blood sugar, lipids and insulin levels. One medium pineapple provides about 13 grams of fiber.
Aids Digestion
Because of their fiber and water content, pineapples help to prevent constipation and promote regularity and a healthy digestive tract.
For Fertility
Antioxidant-rich diets have been shown to improve fertility because free radicals also can damage the reproductive system, foods with high antioxidant activity like pineapples that battle free radicals are recommended for those trying to conceive. The antioxidants in pineapple such as vitamins C, beta-carotene and the vitamins and minerals and copper, zinc and folate have properties that affect both male and female fertility.
Healing and inflammation
Some studies have shown that bromelain, the enzyme found pineapples, can reduce swelling, bruising, healing time, and pain associated with injury and surgical intervention. Bromelain is currently being used to treat and reduce inflammation from tendinitis, sprains, strains, and other minor muscle injuries as well as swelling related to ear, nose and throat surgeries or trauma.
Also, the fiber, potassium and vitamin C content in pineapple all support heart health. In a study, those who consumed 4069 mg of potassium per day had a 49 percent lower risk of death from ischemic heart disease compared with those who consumed less potassium (about 1000 mg per day).
High potassium intakes are also associated with a reduced risk of stroke, protection against loss of muscle mass, preservation of bone mineral density and reduction in the formation of kidney stones.
The antioxidant vitamin C, when eaten in its natural form (as in pineapple) or applied topically, can help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin texture. Vitamin C also plays a vital role in the formation of collagen, the support system of the skin.