Pineapple – The Symbol of Hospitality !

Fresh fruits are essential to our well-being and we should always be thankful to Mother Nature who has blessed us with a variety of options to fill our platter.

However, many a times we refuse to add some fruits to our diets simply because we are oblivious of the nutritional benefits associated with them. These fruits charm us as we go about doing our grocery shopping, but they never find their way to our daily menus.

Time to INTRODUCE some NEW FRUITS to our DIETS…. 

Legend has it that captains would mount this fruit outside their home to signify a safe return home. This was an invitation to visit the captain’s house to enjoy and celebrate his adventures.

The fruit that I am hinting at is non other the refreshing pineapple. To this day, the pineapple is symbolic of celebrations & affection – Reflection of Hospitality ! 🙂 !

Today we will open the Pandora box and reveal the secrets to this fruit- An excellent tropical juicy fruit with superb nutritious qualities and a symbol of Hospitality – “The pineapple”I bring to you the health benefits of this amazing fruit. The coming holidays are the perfect time to welcome your friends and family with this excellent, juicy fruit brimming with loads of vitamins, minerals and nourishment.

Though a South American native, the Pineapple fruit complements most cuisines all over the world due to its sweet-sour tangy unique taste.

An interesting fact associated with this tropical fruit is that pineapples are a cherished part of Hawaiian folk medicine and till today are used widely as a natural remedy to treat everything from indigestion to allergies.The credit to its almost supernatural healing power comes from a protein-digesting enzyme called “Bromelain” present in the pineapple.

The “Bromelain” enzyme is generally found in the stem or core of a pineapple and helps to digest food by breaking down the protein particles within it.

In fact, pineapple is one of the richest sources of “Bromelain” in the world.A MUST in our DIETARY INTAKE is the HUMBLE PINEAPPLE 🙂

If pineapples are missing in your daily menu, you should add them now, because this tropical juicy fruit is brimming over with vitamins & minerals to keep us healthy…I bring to YOU some facts…that will further support the DECISION of incorporating PINEAPPLE to your DIET 🙂

LOW in CALORIES 🙂

Fresh pineapple is low in calories, contains no saturated fats or cholesterol, and is a rich source of soluble and insoluble dietary fiber like pectin – hence good choice for weight loss when eaten in moderation. To be eaten in moderation is the secret to enjoy this fruit because the carbohydrates in pineapples are mostly simple sugars, such as sucrose, fructose and glucose. Add the delicious pineapple to your salads…Enjoy the benefits galore minus the calorie overload.

HIGH in ANTIOXIDANTS 🙂

Pineapple is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin – The vitamin C. Our body requires antioxidant vitamins to boost the immune system and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free radicals from the body. Therefore addition of pineapple to our meals aids towards a stronger immune system which keeps us Healthy & Fit. Pineapple Juice is a GREAT CHOICE – Refreshing Start to the DAY 🙂

PINEAPPLE  aids in WOMEN HEALTH 🙂

One portion of fresh pineapple contains nearly 75 percent of the daily-recommended value of the mineral manganese, which is essential for the growth of healthy bones and cartilage. Manganese helps to reduce the loss of bone density thereby preventing osteoporosis and bone fractures in post-menopausal women. The role of manganese in collagen production makes this mineral important for everyday skin health and healing of wounds.

PINEAPPLE – Must for FREQUENT FLYERS 🙂

Pineapples have been proven to reduce the risk of blood clots by thinning the blood. Studies have shown that “Bromelain” (present in pineapples) helps keep platelets in the blood from sticking together, which in turn prevents blood clots. Thus pineapple is an excellent snack for frequent fliers and others at risk for blood clots.

PINEAPPLE is our source to HAPPINESS 🙂

Pineapple helps fight depression and anxiety as it is a good source of the amino acid tryptophan, which is used by the body to produce enough serotonin, one of our main “Happy Hormones”. Consuming enough of this amino acid, in addition to other nutrients like B Vitamins, is important to support our neurological system, for energy, and for the production of Good Feel – Happy Hormones.

PINEAPPLE – Relief against PAIN  🙂

Last but not the least, Pineapple can work wonders for those suffering from arthritis and joint pain because “Bromelain” in pineapple can reduce inflammation by blocking metabolites which cause swelling.

It also decreases swelling by activating a chemical in the blood that breaks down fibrin, thus leading to reduced swelling and pain.

These are some of the Nutritional Benefits of this Sweet & Tangy Pineapple…Hope you are now in awe of this YUMMY & DELICIOUS fruit…With complete CLARITY with respect to its HEALTH & Fitness…Pineapples will now find their way into your Healthy Lifestyle 🙂

Excited as you are to incorporate this fruit in your menu, don’t forget to opt for fresh pineapples as they are refreshing and healthy alternative to processed variety available in cans.1-2 slices of Fresh Pineapple a day can protect our body from harmful free radicals and disease…Boost our Immunity and keep us FIT & HEALTHY 🙂“Healthy Eating is Happy Eating”

🙂 ❤ 🙂

Pineapple – The ultimate Exotic fruit is your Perfect Choice when it comes to Hospitality & Health