Although the homeland of the delicious pineapple is far south Brazil, today it is popular everywhere. Its wonderful properties are countless, but first and foremost is that pineapple has a beneficial effect in the fight against excess weight.
Many claim that there is no drink more invigorating than pineapple juice. If it is prepared from freshly squeezed pineapple, it is extremely rich in vitamins and minerals and is especially suitable for consumption during the winter months.
Today we will present you with other good reasons to include the aromatic juice in your daily menu. Of course, keep in mind that pineapple juices that are sold in stores certainly lose a lot of the beneficial qualities, that freshly squeezed juice can give you.
Pineapple juice stimulates the immune system and destroys bacteria in the oral cavity. It is recommended for gum problems and periodontal disease. The substance bromelain that is found in pineapple successfully fights asthma. It also helps synthesize collagen, which is found in skin, bones and cartilage. Rub your face with a slice of pineapple and you will forget about oily skin problems.
Drinking a glass of pineapple juice daily can significantly help relieve the signs and symptoms of arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory effect. Pineapple juice also provides relief from muscle pain. Eating this fruit strengthens the bones. The presence of the bromelain enzyme is believed to reduce inflammation and swelling.
Pineapple juice reduces hypertension due to adequate presence of potassium and less sodium. This proportion of potassium and sodium is the best way to fight high blood pressure. A glass of pineapple juice contains about 1 milligram of sodium and 195 milligrams of potassium. It is suggested that people suffering from hypertension can enjoy pineapple juice regularly.
However, one should not consume too much of it, because the excessive use of pineapple leads to increased acidity in the stomach and can cause gastritis or aggravate an already existing one. Pregnant women are not recommended at all to eat pineapple or drink its juice. It is used in the last months of pregnancy, because it accelerates childbirth.
