Feel Great with Pineapple Juice
I have been drinking and eating masses of pineapple. It feels like having desert, yet It is packed with vital vitamins and minerals and also contains some unique compounds that aren’t found in many other juices. It is also a delicious juice that feels like drinking a dessert.
Pineapple contains the protein digesting enzyme called bromelain. Bromelain is a potent anti inflammatory, so it is great for people who have arthritis, people who have recently had surgery and athletes. Since inflammation one of the greatest agers, pineapple is a great anti aging juice. Animal studies even suggest that using bromelain topically can remove dead skin cells.
Pineapple is a natural blood thinner so it is wonderful for people who have heart disease and those who have suffered from strokes. It may also prevent and reduce blood clots. Its blood thinning action is great for getting circulation going.
Bromelain is great for digestion and has been shown to combat heartburn, indigestion and stomach aches. It is also known to be effective at treating intestinal parasites and worms. Many people find that their overall digestion improves when consuming fresh pineapple juice regularly.
Bromelain seems to be able to fight bacteria and viruses. Research shows that pineapple juice may be helpful for those who are suffering from bronchitis and pneumonia. If you have a sore throat, a glass of pineapple juice may be beneficial. When tuberculosis used to be a common problem, pineapple juice seemed to dissolve the mucus and help with recovery. Because pineapple is known to be anti mucus, it can ease sinusitis.
Pineapples are a rich source of vitamin C, so a fresh juice boost the immune system and fights the effects of stress. It is also high in B1 which helps the body to convert blood sugar into energy.
Juicing is a great way to get the benefits of pineapple because the part that is highest in bromelain is the center. Because this part is sometimes tough to eat, juicing ensures you get every bit of this unique compound out of the fruit. One thing to remember is that pineapple juice can begin to eat away at the nutrients in other juices, so don’t store you pineapple juice with other nutritious juices like celery or cucumber. Fresh juice is always best.
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