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| comment | | "parent_author":"",<br>"parent_permlink":"health",<br>"author":"profsam",<br>"permlink":"pineapples-health-benefits-risks-and-nutritional-facts",<br>"title":"Pineapples: Health,<br> Benefits,<br> Risks and Nutritional Facts",<br>"body":"Hello steemians,<br> i had to pick this article after taking some time out this few days.. I bet you,<br> this one is very informative and educative..one could get some health tips about pineapples after reading it...have fun guys....\n\n![stock-photo-pineapple-collection-whole-and-sliced-pineapple-isolated-on-white-background-679572685.jpg (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmXpfAkzbr3kEWQVimuWRCjSUZV3mTL7vfnmySrziUtdy4\/stock-photo-pineapple-collection-whole-and-sliced-pineapple-isolated-on-white-background-679572685.jpg)\n\nPineapples with the scientific name *\"Ananas Comosus\"* are tropical fruits that are rich in vitamins,<br> enzymes and antioxidants ( one of a group of vitamin that acts against the effects of free radicals).\n\nThe pineapple is an edible multiple fruit consisting of coalesced berries and they are the most significant among the *Bromoliceae* family as their basic functions can't be overemphasized..\n\n![IMG_20180206_153613_851.jpg (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmcehsr7cwUosBS8A3snMaHe8bJwkQ3sFw1JZNXojFKmqU\/IMG_20180206_153613_851.jpg)\n##### *Pineapples grow on the central stalk of a large plant with swordlike leaves*\n[image credit (http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com)\n\nThey may help to build the immune system,<br> build strong bones and also aid digestion. Also,<br> despite their sweetness,<br> pineapples are low in calories..\n\n![stock-photo-pineapple-background-hawaiian-pineapples-background-370287722.jpg (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmbMxKqspXvA2PrgUNhnpFR5MazFbsg2QenJLNRthu3LMf\/stock-photo-pineapple-background-hawaiian-pineapples-background-370287722.jpg)\n[image source (http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com)\n\n The Pineapple as a moncotyledonous flowering plant is a member of the \"bromeliad\" family and one of the few to produce edible fruits.\n\n- The fruit is actually made of individual berries that fuse together around core. Each pineapple scale is an individual berry. \n\nPineapples' nutritional benefit are as fascinating as their anatomy.\n\n> According to Laura Flores,<br> San Diego based nutritionist; pineapples contains high amounts of Vitamin C and Manganese. These tropical treat are also a good way to get important dietary fiber and bromelain (an enzyme).\n\"As well as having high amounts of *Manganese*,<br> which is important for *antioxidant defenses*,<br> pineapples contain high amount of thiamine,<br> a B class of vitamin that is *involved in energy production*\",<br> Flores also added. \n\n- For all its sweetness,<br> one cup of pineapple chunks contains only 82 calories..Pineapples are also fat-free,<br> cholesterol-free,<br> and low in sodium.\n\nSurprisingly,<br> they do contain sugar with 16 grams per cup.\n\n### Nutrition facts about pineapples \n\nHere are the nutrition facts for raw pineapple,<br> according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),<br> which regulates food labeling through the National Labeling and Education Act; considering the scenario below:\n \nServing pineapple size: Taking one cup chunks (about 165g weight) of pineapple.\nAlso Amount per serving measured in Percent Daily Value (% DV) based on a 2,<br>000 calorie diet. \n\n#### Calories 82\t Calories from Fat 0\n##### Amt per Serving\t %DV\nTotal Fat 0g\t 0%\nCholesterol 0mg\t 0%\nSodium 2mg\t 0%\nPotassium 120mg\t 3%\nTotal Carbohydrate 15g\t 5%\nDietary Fiber 2g\t 8%\nSugars 11g\t \nProtein 1g\nVitamin A\t 2%\nVitamin C\t 131%\nCalcium\t 2%\nIron\t 2%\n\nThe nutritional for canned pineapple for \"canned pineapple\" is different from \"raw pineapple\".\n\n> According to the U.S department of Agriculture,<br> \"canned pineapples\" in light syrup has 131 calories per cup and 31.88 grams of sugar. It also contains fewer vitamins and minerals..\n\nIf you do opt for canned pineapple,<br> try to get it with no added sugar or look for a variety that is canned in fruit juice instead of syrup. \n\n![1.png (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmPfDJ29oGaCJxXqhp3zrUtU3fEhMSVRe2vKVdVcbrX9wo\/1.png)\n\n### Health Benefits of Pineapple\n\n#### Immune system support\n\nPineapple contains all of the recommended daily value of vitamin C,<br> according to the FDA. Vitamin C is a primary water-soluble antioxidant that fights cell damage,<br> according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. This makes vitamin C a helpful fighter against problems such as \"heart disease\" and \"joint pain\".\n\n#### Bone strength\n\nPineapple may help you keep standing tall and strong. The fruit contains nearly 75 percent of the daily-recommended value of the mineral manganese,<br> which is essential in developing strong bones and connective tissue; according to the Linus Pauling Institute. \n\nOne 1994 study suggested that manganese,<br> along with other trace minerals,<br> may be helpful in preventing \"osteoporosis\" in post-menopausal women. \n\n#### Eye health\n\n\u201cPineapples can help reduce the risk of macular degeneration,<br> a disease that affects the eyes as people age,<br> due in part to its high amount of vitamin C and the antioxidants it contains,<br>\u201d Flores said. \n\n#### Digestion\n\nLike many other fruits and vegetables,<br> pineapple contains dietary fiber,<br> which is essential in keeping you regular and in keeping your intestines healthy,<br> according to the Mayo Clinic. \n\nBut unlike many other fruits and veggies,<br> pineapple contains significant amounts of bromelain,<br> an enzyme that breaks down protein,<br> possibly helping digestion,<br> according to the American Cancer Society.\n\n#### Anti-Inflammatory benefits\n\n\u201cDue to a complex mixture of substances that can be extracted from the core of the pineapple,<br> well known as bromelain,<br> pineapples can help reduce severe inflammation and can also reduce tumor growth,<br>\u201d Flores said. A variety of studies have indicated that bromelain may be helpful in treating \"osteoarthritis\",<br> though more research is needed. \n\nExcessive inflammation is often associated with cancer,<br> and according to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,<br> bromelain and other proteolytic enzymes have been shown to increase the survival rates of animals with various tumors. \n\nThere is not yet,<br> however,<br> clinical evidence to show that such results will happen in humans. \n\n#### Blood clot reduction\n\nPineapples can help reduce excessive coagulation of the blood due to the presence of bromelain in them. This makes pineapple a good snack for frequent fliers and others at risk for blood clots.\n\n#### Common cold and sinus inflammation\n\nIn addition to having lots of vitamin C,<br> pineapple\u2019s bromelain may help reduce mucus in the throat and nose,<br> according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. So if your cold has you coughing,<br> try some pineapple chunks..interesting..isn't it???..\n\n Those with allergies may want to consider incorporating pineapple into their diets more regularly to reduce sinus mucus long term..\n\n![2.png (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmXNK7Fasy8tLKuzp5nTQTQXpPHuZyNgAbw2XygoQZKbJr\/2.png)\n\n### Health risks of pineapples\n\nConsequently,<br> though pineapples have benefits to the health,<br> they also have health risks too to the body..\n\n\u201cBecause pineapple is a great meat tenderizer,<br> eating too much can result in tenderness of the mouth,<br> including the lips,<br> tongue and cheeks,<br>\u201d Flores said. but,<br> (it) should resolve itself within a few hours.\u201d If it does not,<br> or if you experience a rash,<br> hives or breathing difficulties,<br> you should seek a medical help immediately. You could have a pineapple allergy.\n\nFlores pointed out a possible negative to pineapple\u2019s high levels of vitamin C. \u201cBecause of the high amount of vitamin C that pineapples contain,<br> consuming large quantities may induce diarrhea,<br> nausea,<br> vomiting,<br> abdominal pain or heart burn,<br>\u201d she said. \n\nAdditionally,<br> extremely high amounts of bromelain can cause skin rashes,<br> vomiting,<br> diarrhea,<br> and excessive menstrual bleeding,<br> according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. \n\n![stock-photo-pineapple-with-slices-isolated-on-white-124270765.jpg (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmcJqvu2nUU5kW3kKPdrFkgMWsAuk3xSWTcWqdN4MMLJWo\/stock-photo-pineapple-with-slices-isolated-on-white-124270765.jpg)\n\nBromelain can also interact with some medications. Those taking antibiotics,<br> anticoagulants,<br> blood thinners,<br> anticonvulsants,<br> barbiturates,<br> benzodiazepines,<br> insomnia drugs and tricyclic antidepressants should be careful not to eat too much pineapple.\n\nEating unripe pineapple or drinking unripe pineapple juice is dangerous,<br> reports the horticulture department at Purdue University. In this state,<br> it is toxic to humans and can lead to severe diarrhea and vomiting. \n\nAlso,<br> eating a great deal of pineapple cores can also cause fiber balls to form in the digestive tract..yeah that's just the fact.. \n\n### Pineapple facts\n\n Here are some very interesting facts that will interest one about pineapples:\n\n- The word \"pineapple,<br>\" derived from the Spanish word pi\u00f1a,<br> was first used in 1398 to refer to a pinecone.\n \n- This changed about 300 years later,<br> with the word \"pinecone\" being introduced so pineapple could be used exclusively for the fruit.\n\n- Pineapples were discovered by Europeans in 1493 on the Caribbean island of Guadalupe.\nEarly attempts by Europeans to cultivate the fruit failed until they realized that the fruit needs a tropical climate to flourish. By the end of the 16th century,<br> Portuguese and Spanish explorers introduced pineapples into their Asian,<br> African and South Pacific colonies.\nBecause pineapples are very perishable,<br> fresh pineapples were a rarity for early American colonists. \n\n- Glazed,<br> sugar-coated pineapples were a luxurious treat,<br> and fresh pineapple itself became a symbol of prestige and social class.\n\n- Pineapples were first cultivated in Hawaii in the 18th century. Hawaii is the only U.S. state in which they are still grown.\n\n- Other countries that commercially grow pineapples include Thailand,<br> the Philippines,<br> China,<br> Brazil and Mexico..\n\n- Pineapple canneries use every bit of the pineapple. The skins,<br> core and end portions are used to make a variety of products,<br> including vinegar,<br> alcohol and animal food..\n\n![stock-vector-realistic-detailed-d-whole-pineapple-with-round-slices-isolated-on-white-background-raw-tasty-773882863.jpg (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmd5HkUj2seDUtp5CcLPLKrUBvmsiir4Ydp6uxuHCQC6be\/stock-vector-realistic-detailed-d-whole-pineapple-with-round-slices-isolated-on-white-background-raw-tasty-773882863.jpg).\n[image credit (www.shutterstock.com)\n\nConclusively,<br> pineapples are great berries for consumption but should be eaten moderately preferably once in a full diet.\n\n### References \n\n1. http:\/\/www.livescience.com\n2. http:\/\/www.wikipedia.com\n3. http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\n\n- By Samuel Isongs (@profsam) \n\n![DQmNuF3L71zzxAyJB7Lk37yBqjBRo2uafTAudFDLzsoRV5L.gif (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmNuF3L71zzxAyJB7Lk37yBqjBRo2uafTAudFDLzsoRV5L\/DQmNuF3L71zzxAyJB7Lk37yBqjBRo2uafTAudFDLzsoRV5L.gif)\n\n![DQmabu9dYXAuMxQnA3Q3Wof2wSC27sJ6FAEPBaShgcebPG9.gif (https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmabu9dYXAuMxQnA3Q3Wof2wSC27sJ6FAEPBaShgcebPG9\/DQmabu9dYXAuMxQnA3Q3Wof2wSC27sJ6FAEPBaShgcebPG9.gif)",<br>"json_metadata":" \"tags\":[\"health\",<br>\"food\",<br>\"science\",<br>\"stach\",<br>\"nigeria\" ,<br>\"users\":[\"profsam\" ,<br>\"image\":[\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmXpfAkzbr3kEWQVimuWRCjSUZV3mTL7vfnmySrziUtdy4\/stock-photo-pineapple-collection-whole-and-sliced-pineapple-isolated-on-white-background-679572685.jpg\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmcehsr7cwUosBS8A3snMaHe8bJwkQ3sFw1JZNXojFKmqU\/IMG_20180206_153613_851.jpg\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmbMxKqspXvA2PrgUNhnpFR5MazFbsg2QenJLNRthu3LMf\/stock-photo-pineapple-background-hawaiian-pineapples-background-370287722.jpg\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmPfDJ29oGaCJxXqhp3zrUtU3fEhMSVRe2vKVdVcbrX9wo\/1.png\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmXNK7Fasy8tLKuzp5nTQTQXpPHuZyNgAbw2XygoQZKbJr\/2.png\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmcJqvu2nUU5kW3kKPdrFkgMWsAuk3xSWTcWqdN4MMLJWo\/stock-photo-pineapple-with-slices-isolated-on-white-124270765.jpg\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmd5HkUj2seDUtp5CcLPLKrUBvmsiir4Ydp6uxuHCQC6be\/stock-vector-realistic-detailed-d-whole-pineapple-with-round-slices-isolated-on-white-background-raw-tasty-773882863.jpg\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmNuF3L71zzxAyJB7Lk37yBqjBRo2uafTAudFDLzsoRV5L\/DQmNuF3L71zzxAyJB7Lk37yBqjBRo2uafTAudFDLzsoRV5L.gif\",<br>\"https:\/\/steemitimages.com\/DQmabu9dYXAuMxQnA3Q3Wof2wSC27sJ6FAEPBaShgcebPG9\/DQmabu9dYXAuMxQnA3Q3Wof2wSC27sJ6FAEPBaShgcebPG9.gif\" ,<br>\"links\":[\"http:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\",<br>\"www.shutterstock.com\",<br>\"http:\/\/www.livescience.com\",<br>\"http:\/\/www.wikipedia.com\" ,<br>\"app\":\"steemit\/0.1\",<br>\"format\":\"markdown\" " |
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