The Power of the Pineapple

Health Tip - Week May 2 - 6, 2011

Pineapple

                      

Pineapple is a tropical fruit that contains bromelain which helps in the digestion of protein in the body.

Bromelain, pineapple extract is beneficial in weight loss.

                        

                                 

Pineapple contains vitamin A, C, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, minerals, sodium, sulfur, iron, iodine, and carbohydrates.

   

The Benefits of Pineapple:

• High in Potassium
• Low in fat and cholesterol
• Prevents hypertension
• Helps maintain and reduce weight
• Helps maintain good eye health
• Fights disease (rich in vitamin C)
• Prevents plaque and maintains healthy gums (prevents the formation of plaque and gum disease)
• Cures constipation and irregular bowel movements (high in fiber)
• Keeps skin healthy (improves hydration)
• Strengthens bones (rich in manganese)
• Good for colds and coughs (high in vitamin C)

Pineapple is also beneficial in regulating thyroid gland, digestive problems, inflammation, high blood pressure, arthritis and constipation.

Pineapple, bromelain is an enzyme which helps in digestion, laryngitis and soothe sore throats.

Special Note!

I speak at  many conferences, community events and health forums back-to-back and when my throat becomes hoarse or scratchy.

 I immediately drink a hot cup of fresh Pineapple juice and I am immediately healed.

          

Remember!
You can receive the benefits of Pineapple eating it fresh (first choice), canned or frozen.

Have fun try adding fresh Pineapple to one of your favorite dishes and let us know the outcome.

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Remember information is Power!

 

Live well

Doc V