What are the health benefits of Pineapple?

What are the health benefits of pineapple? The health benefits of pineapple are increased immunity and protection against inflammation and diseases because of the high enzyme effect. The nutrient benefits of one cup of pineapple are the following:

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• Calories- 82.5
• Fat- 0.198 grams
• Protein- 0.891 grams
• Carbs- 21.6 grams
• Fiber- 2.31 grams
• Manganese- 1.53 mg or 109% of the DV for women and 2.3 mg or 66% of the DV for men.
• Vitamin C- 78.9 milligrams, 88% of the Daily Value
• Vitamin B6-0.185 mg, 11% of the DV
• Copper-0.181 mg, 20% of the DV
• Thiamine- 0.13 mg, 11% of the DV
• Folate- 29.7 micrograms, (mcg), 7% of the DV
• Potassium- 180 mg, 4% of the DV
• Magnesium- 19.8 mcg, 5% of the DV
• Niacin- 0.825mg, 5% of the DV
• Pantothenic Acid- 0.351 mg, 7% of the DV
• Riboflavin- 0.0053 mg, 4% of the DV
• Iron- 0.478 mg, 3% of the DV

Pineapples are high in antioxidants, and these are called flavonoids and phenolic compounds. There was one study in rats that showed that pineapples antioxidants may have heart protecting effects. Some studies have shown that the compound in pineapples called bromelain can reduce the risk of cancer.

And the studies have shown it does this by minimizing oxidative stress and inflammation. And these studies are referring to test tube studies. More human research studies are still needed to validate this.

An 2014 study that was done in 98 healthy children found that the group that ate 1 to 2 cups of pineapple daily had a significantly lower risk of viral and bacterial infections. And the children who ate most of this fruit had almost 4 times more disease fighting white blood cells than the other groups.

Pineapple can also help with carb stores after exercise from a recovery perspective. And this is due to the anti-inflammatory properties of bromelain.

Bromelain has been shown in studies to reduce inflammation, swelling, bruising and pain after surgery. It sometimes can reduce swelling, pain, and discomfort after dental surgery.

Another health benefit to pineapple is its great for weight loss because it is low in calories and high in nutrients.

The Bottom Line is the health benefits of pineapple is weight loss, a high antioxidant effect which helps to fight off chronic health diseases. And it has some anti-inflammatory effects because of the compound bromelain.

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