By Dr Anmol Arora ( Sr Homoeopathic specialist )

pineapple juice

Pineapple is one of those foods that is heaven to eat. A good, juicy ripe pineapple can satisfy a sweet craving as well as any chocolate bar. In addition to being a delicious food, there are many health benefits of pineapple.
Raw pineapple juice contains almost all vitamins and minerals essential for the digestive system. It stimulates the kidney, relieves intestinal disorders and has diuretic properties.
Raw pineapple juice is also claimed to be an effective remedy for intestinal worms.
Furthermore, pineapple juice reduces excess water buildups and helps to maintain a healthy water balance in the body. As a result, a certain percentage of your weight can decrease.
BROMELAIN ( A Protein digestive enzyme )
Pineapple juice contains a mixture of protein-digesting enzymes called Bromelain. Bromelain is an anti-inflammatory agent, which is used for athletic injuries, arthritis and post-operative swelling. Bromelain has also proved to be effective in treatment of hemorrhoids, colitis, sore throat and menstrual disorders.
Pineapple juice is a good source of Vitamin C, which is a highly effective antioxidant, fights bacterial and viral infections, and does help the body to absorb iron.
Raw pineapple juice is also a source of Vitamin B1, which plays an important role in converting blood sugar into energy.
Pineapple has minimal fat, 100 gr. of pineapple contain only 48 kcal.
Raw pineapple juice is also good for the heart as it reduces blood clots in the blood-stream.
200-250 ml of raw pineapple juice is suggested for daily intake.
In addition it is low in fat and cholesterol.

Pineapple Strengthens Bones

One of the benefits of pineapple is that it helps to build healthy bones. Pineapples are rich in manganese, a trace mineral that is needed for your body to build bone and connective tissues. Just one cup of pineapple provides 73% of the daily recommended amount of manganese. The benefits of pineapple can effect the growth of bones in young people and the strengthening of bones in older people.