Sunday, December 21, 2014

Apple with a Pine

When the guy told an apple a day keeps the doctor away, he must have pricked himself in the pineapple. Pine apple is one of the few understated fruits that can be used better than an apple to keep the doctor away

Who should 
You need a sudden spike of instant energy
You want to improve immunity
You want a good digestive solution
You have cough, common cold, sinuse
I am getting old and my vision is blur
I am a blob
I feel like a chemical weapon and need a detox

Who should be careful
I am diabetic - Consult a specialist.

Key highlights
Detox your system
2 slices pineapple
1/2 papaya, cubed
2 tablespoons yogurt
1/2 lemon
1 or 2 mint leaves

Say goodbye to Cough Syrup
1 cup of fresh pineapple juice
A quarter of a cup of fresh lemon juice
Fresh ginger
A tablespoon of honey
Half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper (Red chilly/ red pepper)
Little turmeric (to improve your digestion)


Anti-Inflamatory
Bromelain 
There is a lot of it in the pine apple. So what...?
This enzyme reduces inflammation from infection and injuries
Decreases osteoarthritic pain. They have a lot of names (arthritis, gout, joint pain and chronic inflammation)
Reduces swelling, especially of the nose and sinuses
And have an influence in the prevention of tumor cells and slow blood clotting

Sure does do a lot, but this is just the beginning

Immunity Booster
Vitamin C - Pineapple can bomb us with Vitamin C which boosts the immune system.
It can reduce the duration of the common cold
Apart from this, its also loaded with Vitamin A, Manganese, Copper, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Dietary fiber, Folate Calcium, Phosphorus, and Potassium. 
They can help maintain strong bones due to the content of the trace mineral manganese.

Digestion
The Bromelain is back - This also aids in digestion by breaking down proteins. Ever heard of marinating meat in pineapple juice? The enzymes help break the protiens and help in better absorption and digestion

Vision breakdown
Vision loss for older adults is caused by damage to the retina. Pineapple can lower the risk of this disease because of its beta-carotene. Its better than carrot as friuts are better absorbed by adults than vegetables.

Weight management
No, you won't get a six pack, you won't magically lose 30 kg in 2 months.
But yes pineapples are nutrient-dense and can help with weight management as they help you feel full without adding too many calories, but provide you with fiber and a number of essential vitamins and minerals.

Power bank
If you are short of energy and tired after a tough day and need to go an extra mile, Pineapple it there to stay. It is high in natural sugar and can act as a quick boost.
But if you are diabetic take medical advise or a little protein and healthy fat along with this as it will help manage the sudden spike in the sugar.

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