Pineapple (अनानास)
- Roopashree Sharma
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Your Tropical doc for winters
Sturdy and prickly on the outside, fragrant, delicious, and extremely healthy inside. Pineapple contains zero fat and cholesterol and is plentiful in vitamins A, B, C, potassium, manganese, cooper, and a dozen of other minerals and nutrients our bodies regularly need.
It originated in South America, where early European explorers named it after its resemblance to a pinecone.
Health Benefits
- Loaded with Nutrients
Pineapples are low in calories but have an incredibly impressive nutrient profile. They are rich in vitamin C and manganese. Vitamin C is essential for growth and development. Meanwhile, manganese is a naturally occurring mineral that aids growth, maintains a healthy metabolism, and has antioxidant properties. - Reduces Stress:
Pineapples contain a good level of several B vitamins which propel your brain to function better and boost your ability to deal with stress efficiently. - Keeps Your Eyes Healthy:
Due to the high levels of antioxidants and vitamin C, pineapple reduces the risk of macular degeneration – an eye disease, that causes vision loss. - Treats Cold and Cough:
Thanks to the huge level of anti-inflammatory bromelain and vitamin C, pineapple can be a great remedy for treating nasty colds and coughing. Read more for a quick pineapple recipe for cough: - Helps Prevent Cancer:
Pineapples contain loads of antioxidants that help to capture and fight against free radicals. This slows down the cell damage process, thus preventing some types of cancer.
They are delicious, low in calories, and loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. They are also incredibly versatile and can be consumed in a variety of ways.
To experience their health benefits, try incorporating pineapples into your diet.
Interesting uses/ recipes of Pineapple
For Various Recipes
If you have any more uses/ recipes for Pineapple, please do share in the comments for our readers. They are easily available in shops and stores during the winter months.
Also, read the benefits of home cooking to ensure healthy living.