(16-09-12) Pineapples aren't just for Pina Coladas! Reap the health benefits and relieve gout, arthritis, osteoporosis, acid reflux, and much m

Pineapples aren't just for Pina Coladas! Reap the health benefits and relieve gout, arthritis, osteoporosis, acid reflux, and much more
by JB Bardot

(NaturalNews) There's almost nothing better than the mouth-watering taste of a
luscious Pina Colada made with fresh, organic coconut cream, a splash of island
rum, and a draught of ripe, tangy pineapple juice -- almost nothing -- except
for the numerous health benefits derived from pineapples (and the coconut milk
-- of course.) (http://www.naturalnews.com/036028_coconu_oil_health_solutions.
html)

The bright yellow fruit bestows a wide range of gifts for good health--
including, but not limited to -- being rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants
and enzymes whose properties promote digestion, relieve acid reflux, reduce
inflammation, break down animal proteins, and even eliminate fingerprints after
prolonged exposure to the juice.

Vitamins and minerals
? High in vitamin A and beta-carotene to protect eyes against macular
degeneration and prevent lung and oral cavity cancers
? Loaded with vitamin C, flavanoids and antioxidants to build immune system,
destroy free radicals, fight colds, flu and viruses, keep gums healthy and
protect against periodontal disease and mouth cancers. Supports collagen
synthesis in tissues; maintains blood vessels.
? Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) converts carbohydrates into energy, strengthens muscles
and promotes proper nervous system function
? Phosphorus promotes strong bones and teeth, halting the development of
osteoporosis. Potassium regulates blood pressure and supports the kidneys.
? Manganese, a vital mineral not made by the body, is in plentiful supply in
pineapples. Manganese supports bone development and function, speeds healing of
wounds, sustains healthy skin, strengthens the immune system, and stabilizes
blood sugar to protect against diabetes and metabolic disorders.

Enzymes
Bromelain is the key enzyme found in pineapples; and its anti-inflammatory
properties rival even the effects of potent pharmaceuticals such as NSAIDs and
steroids, especially when bromelain is combined with the Indian spice turmeric
(curcumin). Bromelain relieves joint pain of gout and most types of arthritis
and fibromyalgia, relieves sore throats, stops the development of new tumors
and shrinks existing cancers, reduces post-operative swelling, eliminates acid
reflux, and supplies enzymes to promote and speed digestion and motility of the
bowel.

And there's more...
? Regulates the thyroid, reducing goiter
? Reduces discharges from mucus membranes and shrinks bronchial swelling from
bronchitis, asthma and COPD
? Lowers blood pressure
? Flushes parasites from liver and intestines
? Relieves constipation
? Prevents nausea from flu, motion sickness and during pregnancy
? Low in calories; promotes weight loss
? High pectin content helps chelate heavy metals and toxins
? Anti-clotting agents make it excellent for thinning blood

So, 'If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain', or not; and,
whether you're into yoga or Sunday afternoon football -- if you have half a
brain --- you'll add pineapples to your diet to take advantage of their myriad
of health benefits and deliciousness.

Sources for this article include:

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=34
http://www.3fatchicks.com/7-health-benefits-of-eating-pineapples/
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/pineapple.html
http://www.knowledgebase-script.com/demo/article-283.html

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