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Pineapple – beneficial properties. Video
Pineapple, not so long ago considered an almost exotic fruit, can now be found on store shelves at any time of the year. At the same time, it is appreciated not only for its tender and sweet pulp, but also for other properties, thanks to which pineapple can be used in medicine and cosmetology.
Pineapple – beneficial properties
Pineapple composition
More than three quarters of pineapple consists of a liquid, which contains glucose, citric acid, vitamins of groups B, PP, C, A. Pineapple pulp is a source of fiber, the useful property of dietary fiber in facilitating digestion. Pineapple also contributes to the process of losing weight, science has not yet proven whether pineapple is able to burn stored fats, but its benefits for digestion are exceptional. It also contains essential substances and mineral components.
So prized by those who want to lose weight for its ability to break down fat, bromelain is also found in pineapple, but in minimal quantities. Therefore, if you expect to lose weight with its help, then you will have to eat exclusively pineapples.
The health benefits of pineapple
Regular consumption of pineapple contributes to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases and blood diseases, as it has the property of preventing blood viscosity. Pineapple is considered a diuretic, therefore, in small doses, it helps to prevent the appearance of edema. To achieve this effect, a portion of fresh pineapple pulp or a glass of its juice is enough. There is an opinion that pineapple prevents the development of atherosclerosis, cleans blood vessels from cholesterol plaques, activates digestion and improves the functioning of the pancreas, but it is useful to use it in this capacity only on an empty stomach. For inflammatory diseases of the throat and oral cavity, it is useful to use freshly squeezed juice, which has antibacterial properties.
The calorie content of pineapple pulp does not exceed 50 calories, therefore this fruit is also appreciated by nutritionists
The use of pineapple in cosmetology
Creams with pineapple extract are good for oily skin. They help reduce greasiness and have anti-inflammatory properties. In its pure form, pineapple juice can be used instead of tonic, rubbing the face in the evening. For this purpose, you can freeze the juice and use it in the form of ice cubes. Pineapple pulp is used to make masks for problem skin by applying chopped pulp on the face in pure form or mixing with a small amount of sour cream or natural yogurt.
Contraindications to use
It is not recommended to use pineapple for stomach diseases accompanied by high acidity. Otherwise, the love of pineapple can lead to ulcers. After consuming the pulp or pineapple juice, you should rinse your mouth or brush your teeth, as it negatively affects the state of the enamel. And in this there is some contradiction, since in a small amount pineapple is able to dissolve stones on the enamel and has an anti-inflammatory agent, and therefore it is added to the composition of whitening pastes.