Pineapples

Pineapple

*PINEAPPLES*

Pineapples are a delicious tropical fruit that have been celebrated for centuries not only for their unique and distinct taste but also for their seemingly miraculous health benefits.

Pine apples are eaten fresh, juiced, cooked and preserved and their leaves are even used for wallpaper and ceiling insulation.
They belong to the the Bromeliaceae family and are actual composite fruit made of coalesced berries that grow at a crown of a fruiting tree.

Historically, the most significant grower of pineapples was Hawali,but they are now cultivated in large quantities in Brazil, the Philippines and costa Rica.
The exact movement of pineapples and the evolution of pineapples as a popular global fruit are still somewhat unknown. It was first brought to Europe and Spain following Christopher Columbu’s return there in 1943.

It’s first fruiting season from March until June ,and each tree can produce a number of fruits. The namepineapple actually evolved in the 17th century due to its similar structure and appearance to pine cones.



*HEALTH BENEFITS OF PINEAPPLES*

Arthritis Management: One of the most celebrated uses of pineapple in term of health is its ability to reduce the inflammation of joints and muscles,particularly those associated with arthritis,a truly debilitating disease that affects millions of people around the world. Pineapples contain a relatively rare proteolytic enzyme called BROMELAIN, which is primarily associated with breaking down complex proteins, but it also has serious anti-inflammatory effects and has been positively correlated with reducing the signs and symptoms of arthritis in many test subjects.

Immune System: A single serving of pineapple has more than 130% of daily requirement of vitamin-C for human beings,making it one of the richest and most delicious sources of ascorbic acid .Vitamin C is mainly associated with reducing illness and boosting the immune system by stimulating the activity of white blood cells and acting as antioxidant to defend against the harmful effects of free radicals. Free radicals are dangerous byproducts of cellular metabolism that can damage various organ systems and disrupt function,as well as cause healthy cells to mutate into cancerous ones. The vitamin C content of pineapples defends against this.

*NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF PINEAPPLES*

Pine apple is a storehouse of huge wealth benefits due to its wealth of nutrients, vitamins and minerals,includingpotassium,copper,manganese,calcium,magnesium,vitamin,beta carotene,thramin,B6,and folate,as well as soluble and insoluble fiber and bromelain.

Article by:
Tpraise Jumezey
(Food Engineer)

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