Six Amazing Health Benefits of Pineapples
"Be a Pineapple: Stand Tall, Wear a Crown, and be Sweet on the Inside"
They can be sour, sweet and make your mouth itchier than life, but this sweet tropical fruit carries health benefits so strong that it can help the body fight off several chronic diseases. They are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin C, manganese, copper and folate. Believe it or not, pineapples are also the only source of the plant compound bromelain. This enzyme is a pretty powerful one too! Want to learn more? Here are just 6 noteable health benefits of pineapples:
Boost your Immune System
As mentioned, pineapples are a great source of Vitamin C. A single serving has more than 130% of your daily requirement. Also, Vitamin C is mainly associated with reducing illnesses and boosting the immune system by stimulating the activity of white blood cells and acting as an antioxidant to defend against the harmful effects of free radicals
Cancer Prevention
This amazing fruit is also rich in other antioxidants, including vitamin A, beta carotene, bromelain, various flavonoid compounds, and high levels of manganese. The abundance of antioxidants in pineapples helps fight the free radicals. This also helps to hinder the process of cell damage and can help prevent several types of cancers.
Digestion
Pineapples are a great source of fiber, which can aid in a healthy digestive system. Forget prunes and get your pineapple on!
Maintain Bone Health
Get high amounts of manganese from your pineapple, which is essential in the strengthening of bones, as well as their growth and repair. Manganese is the most prominent mineral in pineapple, and a single serving can deliver more than 70% of your daily requirement of this essential mineral.
Vision Health
Pineapples are a source of beta carotene which is linked to boosting eye health and preventing age-related eye deficiencies.
Healthy Gums
Who knew pineapples also improve oral health? They do! Stronger gums and teeth coming right up!
What Else?
Health benefits aside, I love adding pineapple into my morning smoothie for a tropical twist or even tossing them into my midday salad for a refreshing touch. They also perk up my cup of Greek yogurt. Regardless of how you decide to enjoy this fruit, your body will certainly thank you for it!
This post is dedicated in honour of my daughter's favourite comfy joggers from Lot801. Can they come in adult sizes please?!?
Note: always be sure to speak with your health care provider to ensure you are consuming just the right amount of pineapple in your diet. Of course, it is your total nutrition regimen or overall eating pattern that is most important in disease prevention and achieving good health.