Why Eat Pineapples?

Pineapple vegetarianPineapples are rich in chlorine that helps removal of waste from the body by stimulating the kidneys. The fruit, a native of Brazil, is available all over the world, but high quality pineapples are produced in Myanmar, Philippines, and Malaysia. The fruit is sweet containing 12% sugar. It also contains acid, 87% of which is citric acid and the remaining 13% constituting malic acid.

Constituents
Water                                 86.5%
Fat                                       0.1%
Protein                                  0.6%
Sugar                                 12.0%
Phosphorus                          0.01% 
Calcium                                0.12%
Iron                                     0.9 mg / 100 gm
Vitamin A                            60.0 IU / 100 gm
Vitamin B2                        120.0 IU / 100 gm
Vitamin C                            63.0 IU / 100 gm  

Benefits

  • It helps in proper digestion and removes flatulence
  • It is a diuretic. Thus, it helps the kidneys clear waste products
  • It stimulates and helps the heart remain healthy
  • A destroyer of intestinal worms, it keeps the digestive and eliminative systems in order
  • It helps in cases of jaundice and anemia
  • Fresh pineapple juice has a soothing effect on the throat
  • Helps remove dead membrane from the throat in case of diphtheria
  • It contains antiviral properties

It helps in proper digestion and removes flatulence. Avoid taking pineapple on an empty stomach. Pregnant ladies should avoid overly ripe and raw pineapples. The outer rind and the innermost core of the pineapple are not edible, and should be discarded. The juicy middle portion is sweet and tasty. It can be eaten in chunks and savored as juice.

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