BENEFITS OF EATING RAW PINEAPPLE
(not canned or dried pineapple – stick to the RAW fruit)

Not only are pineapples delicious and a great sweet treat on the taste buds, they are jammed packed with so many other great nutrients that benefit the body, so get out there and eat some today!
Here are some of the benefits for you to see for yourself:
Excellent Fibre Source
One cup of pineapple contains 2 grams of fibre, almost all insoluble (99%).
Insoluble fibres reduce the risk of type two diabetes and aids digestion problems.
Vitamins & Minerals
One cup of pineapple provides 132% of the recommended daily intake for Vitamin C and 76% of manganese. Pineapples also contain copper, a trace mineral critical for many important functions in the body, such as producing red blood cells, and Folate (B9), which is important for regular function of cells and tissue growth. Folate is very important for women who are pregnant.
Only found in pineapple, BROMELAIN is a unique protein-digesting enzyme. It can help reduce the risk of cancer, heals wounds, and improves tummy health as well as improve symptoms of a bad cough.
Anthocyanins: Pineapple contains low amounts of anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that helps reduce the risk of many diseases, like heart disease.
Improves Immunity & Inflammatory Diseases
Bromelain has been proven in studies to strengthen the immune system and reduce inflammation, and may stimulate immune responses. Pineapple aids in reducing the symptoms of asthma. It contains essential nutrients like vitamin C, and beta-carotene, which help reduce inflammation often faced by asthmatics.
Pineapple is an anti-inflammatory so has an ability to reduce the inflammation of joints and muscles, particularly those associated with arthritis.
Rich in Vitamin C helps it can help by reducing illnesses and boosting the immune system by stimulating the activity of the white blood cells in the body, so by consuming pineapple or taking a bromelain supplement will shorten the timeline of sinus infections, prevent blood clots, and stimulate immune responses, especially in kids.
Improves Bone Health
Pineapple contains an impressive amount of manganese. Manganese is a trace mineral essential for the strengthening of bones as well as their growth and repair.
It is seen as a healing vitamin because collagen is the essential protein base of blood vessel walls, skin, organs, and bones.
Boost Fertility
Foods with high antioxidant content, like pineapple, are recommended for those trying to conceive due to several beneficial vitamins and minerals, including beta-carotene, vitamin C, copper, zinc, and folate.
Many of these elements can help boost fertility in both men and women due to assisting in fighting free radicals.
Boosts Blood Circulation
Pineapple produces copper, an essential mineral vital in a number of enzymatic reactions and compounds in the body. Copper is a necessary mineral for the formation of healthy red blood cells, which deliver oxygen to various organ systems and help them to function at optimum levels.
Pineapple also increases cognitive abilities and can maintain neural pathways to prevent neural disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
It Boosts Eyesight
Macular degeneration is a condition in which adults lose their vision. Beta-carotene present in pineapples can significantly improve vision.
WAYS TO INCLUDE PINEAPPLE IN YOUR DIET…
Pineapple can be added to your daily diet in many forms, just cut into chunks to snack on or maybe crushed pineapple added to cupcakes, cookies, bars, ice creams, yogurt, and various other desserts. Fresh pineapple juice or smoothie is another popular and delicious way to start your day.
I love mine in smoothies and just raw freshly cut on its own – yum x
There are plenty more interesting facts and benefits of introducing pineapples into your world, so take some time to research so you don’t miss out.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have any of the following conditions, you should avoid too much pineapple in your diet – always consult a GP if you have any health condition to check first:
· Interaction with medications : Individuals on medications like anticoagulants, blood thinners, insomnia drugs, antidepressants, and benzodiazepines.
· Heart disorders : People on medication of beta-blockers should consume pineapple in moderation as it can add to the potassium levels in the blood and cause them to rise.
· Kidney diseases : Potassium, in pineapples, is healthy in many ways but can lead to negative effects if the intake of the fruit is not limited.
· Gastro-esophageal reflux diseases (GERD) : People suffering from GERD may witness an increase in serious symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation if too much of pineapple is eaten.








