Pineapple juice is rich in so many vitamins and minerals, so drinking the juice will help you to reach you daily intake of many of these so quickly. As part of a balanced diet, pineapple juice in moderation is a great way to meet your necessary goals. What are the benefits of pineapple juice for our body?
Nutritional Facts of Pineapple Juice
Serving size: 8 ounces/227 g
Nutrients |
Amount |
% Daily Value |
---|---|---|
Calories |
160 |
|
Total fat |
0 g. |
0% |
Sodium |
15 mg |
1% |
Carbohydrates |
39 g. |
13% |
Dietary fiber |
0.7 g |
3% |
Sugars |
32 g |
|
Protein |
0.9 g |
|
Vitamin A |
|
10% |
Vitamin C |
|
120% |
Vitamin B6 |
|
19% |
Folate |
|
10% |
Copper |
|
25% |
Potassium |
|
23% |
Calcium |
|
4% |
Iron |
|
6% |
Thiamin |
|
15% |
Benefits of Pineapple Juice
1. Anti-inflammation
Bromelain, which is a natural antioxidant, is present in pineapple juice and when it is used in conjunction with turmeric it is even more effective. This combination can work even better than NSAIDs and steroids.
2. Digestive aid
The Bromelian and turmeric combination can help your body break down proteins, which helps your body digest things much better.
3. Natural antioxidant
Vitamin C is a natural anti-oxidant and pineapple juice is full of Vitamin C, therefore drinking this juice can help boost your body’s immune system.
4. Energy booster
Vitamin B6, which stabilizes your body’s blood sugar, and thiamine, which is a member of the B group of vitamins, are both contained in pineapple juice, and the thiamine helps to convert carbohydrates into energy, which also boosts your body’s immune system.
5. Kidney health
Potassium, which helps to promote your body’s kidney function, is also contained in pineapple juice.
6. Blood sugar regulation
Pineapple juice is helpful in regards to your blood sugar, as it plays a vital role in the conversion of blood sugar to energy.
7. Menstrual disorder relief
Bromelain is one of the contents in pineapple juice, which is said to help with menstrual cramps. It is said that drinking it will help to relieve you of those annoying and painful cramps.
8. Sore throat relief
Bromelain is also helpful to relieve sore throats, so if you have a sore throat drinking pineapple juice is a good idea. It can also be used for colds as well as asthma is.
9. Better skin
Pineapple juice is helpful in the care of skin in various ways. It is a good acne treatment, and also helps to heal wounds quickly, as the enzymes that are in this juice are known for that type of healing. The synthesis of collagen, which is helpful in providing the necessary elasticity of the skin, is helped from drinking pineapple juice. Skin wrinkling is cause by the lack of collagen, as well as rapid ageing. So, drink pineapple juice to stay looking young and beautiful.
Warnings:
- There are some warnings regarding the consumption of pineapple juice. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant, you should limit the quantity of pineapple juice you consume, as it can cause uterine contractions, which can cause a miscarriage.
- Also any juice from a pineapple that is not yet ripened can be quite dangerous as well. Pineapple juice is sweet and delicious, but if consumed in large quantities, you can experience vomiting, diarrhea or even rashes on your skin.
Watch a video to learn how to make pineapple and apple juice: