6 IMPRESSIVE REASONS TO EAT PINEAPPLE

I must start by saying that pineapple is my favourite fruit. I love this fruit because of its taste but mostly because of its scent. I am sure this is the reason why many people love this fruit too but today we will be looking at 8 reasons why you should eat pineapple apart from the sweet taste and scent.

1. IT HELPS KEEP YOUR BONES HEALTHY

Pineapple fruit like banana, and berries helps to keep your bones strong and healthy. pineapples don't just keep the bones healthy but also help fight other bone related diseases like Osteoporosis. This according to a study by the University of Maryland Medical Center is because pineapples contains about 76% manganese.

2. IT HELPS BOOST EYE SIGHT

One of the major causes of poor eye sight in adults is the age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Regular consumption of pineapple helps to reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration because it contains Beta carotene. Another fruit that helps reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration like pineapple is carrot.

3. IT HELPS IN WEIGHT LOSS

Pineapples helps in weight loss because it contains less calories and high fibre. This helps control eating habits as high fibre foods helps you feel full faster and longer. What this means is that when you eating pineapples, it helps keep you full for most part of the day and that way you won't need to eat.

4. HELPS SPEED RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY

Studies have shown that regular consumption to pineapple before after surgery may help speed up the recovery process. The study was carried out on a patient who had to undergo tooth surgery. This is because pineapples contains bromelain which aid reduce pain, swelling and bruising that normally occur after surgery.

5. CONTAINS DISEASE FIGHTING ANTI-OXIDANTS

Another reason why you should consume more pineapples is because it contains disease fighting antioxidants such as flavonoids and phenolic acids with very long lasting effects. These antioxidants helps to reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes, heart diseases and some types of cancer by strengthening the consumers immune system.

6. IT IS LOADED WITH NUTRIENTS

Pineapple fruit is loaded with tons of nutrients and compounds. Some of these nutrients and compounds includes Vitamin-A, B6, C & K, protein, fibre, riboflavin, potassium, copper, folate, thiamine, niacin, iron, zinc, phosphorus and many more. The high amount of nutrients and compounds contained in pine apples is one of the main reasons why you should eat pine apples.

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The impressive health benefits of pineapple to the body can not be exhausted in this post. Even if you don't like the fruit for any reason, just try to add at least a slice to your diet once in a while to take advantage of its natural benefits.

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