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49 Healthy Uses for Pineapples
A recent report even suggests that pineapple may be a great alternative treatment for arthritis!
Anti-Inflammatory Pineapple Ginger Smoothie w/Recipe
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This smoothie is sure to help ease symptoms of inflammation! If you rather yourself a cool treat for these hot summer days, just freeze the pineapple and mango before blending!
Pineapples contain bromelain enzyme which is a powerful anti-inflammatory (read all about it HERE). This famous pain relieving enzyme has been synthesized and isolated into supplements to treat inflammation and pain naturally. Ginger contains very powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols. These substances are believed to explain why so many people with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis experience reductions in their pain levels and improvements in their mobility when they consume ginger regularly.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups ripe pineapple
- 1 cup ripe mango
- large knob of ginger (about 2-4 inches)
- 1 cup young thai coconut water (you may add the coconut meat too from inside the coconut if you please)
- 1 tsp. fresh vanilla
Blend all ingredients for 20-30 seconds and enjoy!
Source: Live Love Fruite
This smoothie is sure to help ease symptoms of inflammation! If you rather yourself a cool treat for these hot summer days, just freeze the pineapple and mango before blending!Pineapples contain bromelain enzyme which is a powerful anti-inflammatory (read all about it HERE). This famous pain relieving enzyme has been synthesized and isolated into supplements to treat inflammation and pain naturally. Ginger contains very powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols. These substances are believed to explain why so many people with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis experience reductions in their pain levels and improvements in their mobility when they consume ginger regularly.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups ripe pineapple
- 1 cup ripe mango
- large knob of ginger (about 2-4 inches)
- 1 cup young thai coconut water (you may add the coconut meat too from inside the coconut if you please)
- 1 tsp. fresh vanilla
Blend all ingredients for 20-30 seconds and enjoy!
Source: Live Love Fruite
Health Benefits of Pineapple
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The
bromeliad family of plants very rarely produce edible fruit – with the
exception of pineapple, that is. The pineapple is the only available edible
bromeliad today! One pineapple is actually made up of individual flowerets that
grow and weave together to form the beautiful golden fruit we call a pineapple.
The
pineapples lush, sweet, exotic flavour make it a family favourite – but did you
know that pineapple is also one of the most healthful foods available today?
Bromelain,
a proteolytic enzyme in pineapples, is often used as a supplement itself to
help boost health and clear up various health issues. Of course, eating
pineapple in itself will deliver these same effects such as better heart and
circulatory health, improvement in asthma and other breathing conditions as
well as improved immunity, reduced inflammation and suppressed growth of cancer
cells.
Anti-inflammatory
Benefits
Bromelain
possesses anticoagulant properties, and thus slows down the ability of blood to
clot. This, combined with bromelain’s anti-inflammatory properties, make it a
great nutritional supplement (in pure form – aka. eating a pineapple) for
bruise prevention and to reduce swelling and redness from burns or sports
injuries. Consuming pineapple after surgery is another way to reduce the trauma
associated with incisions or injections.
There
are a variety of inflammatory-related conditions, ranging from arthritis to
inflammatory bowel disease and sinusitis as well as inflammatory skin conditions
like eczema, acne, rosacea, dermatitis and psoriasis. The list doesn’t end
there. In fact, many diseases nowadays are caused by a major influx of
inflammation in the cells and tissues, whether that be from consuming the wrong
foods or living in less-than-optimal environmental conditions (i.e., chemical
hazards, smog, pollution, etc.).
Bromelain
has been useful in treating all of the above inflammatory disorders. The major
mechanism of action of bromelain is proteolytic in nature, and may also involve
immunomodulatory and hormone like activity acting via intracellular signalling
pathways. It has also been shown that bromelain significantly reduces CD4+T
lymphocytes, which are the primary effectors involved in inflammation in the
body.
Research
also indicates that the pain and discomfort associated with arthritis can be
reduced by supplementing with 200 – 400 mg of bromelain per day (or you could
just eat lots of pineapple every day and get the same effects – remember, the
natural, real form of these enzymes are far better than their modified,
synthetic form).
Immunity
& Cancer
Research
published in the journal Planta Medica, found that the chemotherapy drug,
5-fluorauracil, was incredibly inferior to bromelain when treating cancer in an
animal study. Those treated with bromelain survived 263% times more than those
treated with 5-fluorauracil, relative to the untreated control. Bromelain
caused no external harm to the animals, other than improving their health.
Chemotherapy drugs do more harm than good, and actually kill off your healthy
cells, and make more chemo resistant and malignant cell types within the tumour
(meaning the cancer becomes resistant to the chemo drugs).
In
addition, the anti-inflammatory and anti-coagulant effects of bromelain help to
boost our immunity. Studies have shown that it may be able to enhance certain
immune receptors in the body, and thus enhance the ability of the body to
defend against bacteria and viruses at a more efficient rate. Bromelain helps
mechanisms that are already in place to work faster, and more efficiently
together, and to allow cells to communicate better with one another.
Pineapple
is also incredibly rich in vitamin C, which is the body’s primary water-soluble
antioxidant. It defends against free radicals that attack and damage normal
cells. Vitamin C is essential for proper immune function, and has also been
extensively studied by Dr. Ronal Hunninghake (15-year research project called
RECNAC), who showed that vitamin C was selectively cytotoxic against cancer
cells in cell cultures.
Heart
& Circulatory Health and Breathing Conditions
Bromelain,
being an anti-coagulant, means that it may allow blood to flow more freely
through the circulatory system. Blood that flows more freely is thinner, and is
associated with a reduced chance of stroke, heart attack and other circulatory
and heart related issues.
Not
only does it help with cardiovascular health, but pineapple’s bromelain enzyme
also works in such a way that it breaks down mucus and thins its consistency.
In conditions like asthma where breathing is often blocked by thick mucus in
the lungs, bromelain acts as a mucus thinner, and helps un-clog the bronchial
tubes of the lungs, helping patients breathe better.
All
parts of the pineapple contain bromelain, however, the core of the pineapple
has more concentrated amounts – be sure to stick the core through a juicer to
get all the benefits out of your next pineapple feast!
Sources: Live Love Fruit
Tochi,
B., Wang, Z., Xu, S., & Zhang, W. (2008). Therapeutic application of
pineapple protease (bromelain): A review. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, 7,
513-520.
Gaby,
A. (1999). Alternative treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. Altern Med Rev, 4, 392-402.
Maurer,
H. (2001) Bromelain: biochemistry, pharmacology, and medical use. Cellular and Molecular Life
Sciences CMLS, 58,
1234-1245.
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Reduce Arthritis and Inflammatory Pain
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Eat these foods and add these to your diet to reduce inflammation and pain! TURMERIC or Circumin, the active compound in this spice, is what makes it so powerful for healing. CHERRIES contain substances called anthocyanosides which are very effective at lowering uric acid levels. GINGER can be made into a tea from roots or be added to juices or smoothies.PINEAPPLE contains the anti-inflammatory bromeliad. OMEGA-3 FOODS try freshly ground flax seeds, chia seeds unground, and hemp seeds. RAW APPLE CIDER VINEGAR - pour a tablespoon or two into 4-8 oz of purified water.
Eat these foods and add these to your diet to reduce inflammation and pain! TURMERIC or Circumin, the active compound in this spice, is what makes it so powerful for healing. CHERRIES contain substances called anthocyanosides which are very effective at lowering uric acid levels. GINGER can be made into a tea from roots or be added to juices or smoothies.PINEAPPLE contains the anti-inflammatory bromeliad. OMEGA-3 FOODS try freshly ground flax seeds, chia seeds unground, and hemp seeds. RAW APPLE CIDER VINEGAR - pour a tablespoon or two into 4-8 oz of purified water.
Source : Dave Sommers, Natural Society
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7 Foods That Prevent Grout
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Gout is a disease that
is caused by uric acid build-up in the body. Uric acid is formed when the
digestive system breaks down purines in our food. A diet low in purines helps
by allowing excess uric acid to be flushed out in the urine.
Some foods
that prevent gout:
PINEAPPLE
Pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain that is an anti-inflammatory. Research has found that supplementing with bromelain may relieve the pain associated with gout.
Ginger
Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that has been found reapeatedly in clinical studies to reduce chronic inflammation. One study in mice found that a compound in ginger may help to reduce the inflammation associated with uric acid buildup.
Turmeric
Turmeric has long been recognized as an anti-inflammatory by many cultures and has been proven in several studies. Some experts recommend a daily dose of turmeric to reduce the inflammation associated with gout.
Cherry Juice
Cherry juice has been used to alleiviate gout symptoms for decades. Small studies in Italy and the United States have reported sucess with cherry juice as a gout treatment, though scientists are not certain what mechanism is active in producing this result. Cherry juice does not appear to lower uric acid levels directly but research suggests that its antiinflammatory properties may play a role in reducing gout attack occurrence from 3-4 times per year to about once a year.
Hot Peppers
Hot peppers are rich in vitamin C which has been shown to reduce uric acid levels.
Watercress
Watercress contains moderate levels of vitamins and minerals and is reputed to be very beneficial to the kidneys. It may help to rid the body of excess uric acid.
Lemons
Studies have found that the higher a person's vitamin C intake, the lower the incidence of gout. Try adding lemon to your water every day to alleviate gout symptoms.
Pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain that is an anti-inflammatory. Research has found that supplementing with bromelain may relieve the pain associated with gout.
Ginger
Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that has been found reapeatedly in clinical studies to reduce chronic inflammation. One study in mice found that a compound in ginger may help to reduce the inflammation associated with uric acid buildup.
Turmeric
Turmeric has long been recognized as an anti-inflammatory by many cultures and has been proven in several studies. Some experts recommend a daily dose of turmeric to reduce the inflammation associated with gout.
Cherry Juice
Cherry juice has been used to alleiviate gout symptoms for decades. Small studies in Italy and the United States have reported sucess with cherry juice as a gout treatment, though scientists are not certain what mechanism is active in producing this result. Cherry juice does not appear to lower uric acid levels directly but research suggests that its antiinflammatory properties may play a role in reducing gout attack occurrence from 3-4 times per year to about once a year.
Hot Peppers
Hot peppers are rich in vitamin C which has been shown to reduce uric acid levels.
Watercress
Watercress contains moderate levels of vitamins and minerals and is reputed to be very beneficial to the kidneys. It may help to rid the body of excess uric acid.
Lemons
Studies have found that the higher a person's vitamin C intake, the lower the incidence of gout. Try adding lemon to your water every day to alleviate gout symptoms.
Source : Dave Sommers, Health Diaries
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Health wonders of pineapple
Pineapple is a popular tropical fruit. You can find it as an ingredient in fruit salads, cooked dishes, or as a meal in itself. Not only is pineapple delicious and versatile for cooking but you can also benefit greatly from eating it. Pick up a pineapple from the grocery store, enjoy a nutritional boost and grow a pineapple tree!
Forget candy or greasy donuts, nutrition is nature's health insurance. Here is how you can prevent disease by enjoying pineapple and how you can turn any pineapple you eat into a pineapple tree of your own!
Vitamin C: Vitamin C is hailed as "the detox vitamin," removing free radicals from the body that may cause damage to various organs and tissue.
Alleviate arthritis: The natural anti inflammatory effects of pineapple can do wonders for arthritis patients. Pineapple also strengthens the bones and can be helpful with similar conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and gout.
Prevent macular degeneration: Macular degeneration, which is caused by damage to the retna, is a major cause for vision loss in adults. Pineapples contain beta carotene which helps maintain eye health.
Fiber: Fiber is an important part of the digestive process. It helps move food through the body and remove waste while also lowering cholesterol and managing blood sugar levels. When you eat food that contains a good amount of natural fiber, you will feel more full too.
Improve digestion: Pineapples contain bromelain which helps tremendously with digestion. Bromelain helps to process fluids taken into the body to make sure that they are not too acidic and regulates pancreatic secretions to aid in digestion. Brmelain also has a good impact on the digestive track because it has protein digesting properties.
Vitamin B: Pineapple contains vitamin B which can aid the body in metabolizing fats and digesting proteins. Vitamin B is also thought to help lower the risk of developing cancer as well as heart disease.
Grab a whole pineapple, cut off the spiny outer skin, core it, and lob off the stem that has leaves growing out of it on the top. Place the top in some fresh water and some sunlight until it grows roots and then plant in your garden or a flower pot to transplant later. Enjoy the fruit and enjoy watching your new pineapple tree grow!
Read more of our great posts about healing fruits!
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The Sour Sop Can Kill Cancer
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- Grapes (back pain)
- Yogurt (prevents PMS)
- Oats (Endrometrial)
- Salt (foot pain)
- Pineapple (digestive upsets)
- Peppermint (muscle pain)
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