Pineapples are
consumed fresh, cooked, juiced, and preserved, and are found in a wide array of cuisines.
In addition to consumption, in the Philippines the pineapple's leaves are used
to produce the textile fiber piña- employed as a component of wall paper and
furnishings, among other uses.
Along with vitamins and minerals,
eating raw, fresh pineapple or drinking fresh pineapple juice provides a number
of beneficial enzymes to your diet.
Enzymes found in pineapple
include bromelain, which is believed to help reduce inflammation. Other
unsubstantiated claims include things like:
·
Helps
with the digestion of protein
·
Helps
prevent blood clots
·
Reduction
of certain types of tumor growth
·
Help
improve circulation
Bromelain can also be purchased
as a supplement and is sometimes called pineapple enzyme
