Pineapple juice: benefits and harms of exotic juice

Pineapple juice is very useful and valuable, especially juice made from fresh fruit.

Rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, pineapple juice is a popular base for many cocktails and smoothies, and also finds application as a tenderizer for meat.

Pineapple since ancient times used as a home remedy for maintaining a healthy digestive tract and reduce the severity of inflammation. There are over 100 varieties of this fruit, but industrial grown only 8. Moderate drinking pineapple juice can have a positive impact on health.

Strengthening of the immune defense. Filipino scientists tested the effect of pineapple juice on the health of school-age children. Study participants, on a daily basis consume, canned pineapple juice, less likely to develop viral and bacterial infections, and recovery from these diseases was significantly shorter than those who rarely consumed this healthy product.

Use for digestion. Bromelain — enzyme found in the stem and juice of pineapple that helps to break down and digest proteins. It is proved that bromelain in capsule form can reduce the severity of swelling, injury, pain and reduce recovery time after illness. Use pineapple and their juice can provide intake bromeline in a quantity sufficient for the manifestation of this effect. Besides the standard procedure of cooking lead to a significant reduction of the content of this nutrients in pineapple juice.

The health benefits of the skin. Pineapple juice contains vitamin C and beta-carotene. These antioxidants participate in the fight against skin damage caused by sun exposure and pollution, reduce the severity of wrinkles and improve overall skin condition. Vitamin C is also involved in the formation of collagen — the main protein of the body, giving the skin strength and elasticity.

Eyes. A study involving 1,000 pairs of twins from the UK has shown that eating foods rich in vitamin C, associated with a reduced risk of developing cataracts 3 times. It is known that intraocular fluid contains vitamin C, so products with a high content of this substance (e.g. pineapple juice) can prevent violations, leading to the development of cataracts.

According to the Ministry of agriculture of the USA (United States Department of Agriculture), 1 Cup (250 g) canned unsweetened pineapple juice contains 132 calories, 0.9 g protein, 0.3 g fat, 32 g of carbohydrates and 0.5 g fiber. Eating 1 Cup of pineapple juice provides the daily requirement manganese 100%, vitamin C: 42%, thiamin, vitamin B6 and folate — 10% or more. In addition, this product contains potassium, magnesium, copper and beta-carotene.

Pineapple juice has a sweet, but tart taste. The biggest health benefits can bring pineapple juice, not containing sweeteners or preservatives, so it is recommended to cook at home. Processing and prolonged storage of this product reduces its nutritional value. Bromelain may cause discomfort in the oral cavity, lips and tongue when drinking pineapple juice. And excessive use of bromelin causes rash, vomiting or diarrhoea. It is important to note that this substance can interact with some medicines, such as antibiotics, anticoagulants, antidepressants and anticonvulsant drugs.

Acid contained in pineapple and citrus fruits, in some cases, can cause heartburn. In addition, drink pineapple juice containing large amounts of potassium, is not recommended for patients with kidney disease, and also receiving beta-adrenoceptor.

Some individuals may experience an allergic reaction to pineapple, which is manifested by rashes, oedema, sore throat, stomach cramps, difficult breathing and itching in the eye area. When these symptoms should seek medical help.

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