The Pineapple is Great for Children's Health and Physical Development.

The humble pineapple is a tropical fruit that is often overlooked by the majority of people who wish to live well and promote a healthy lifestyle in their children.

This popular and sweet fruit is packed with nutrients, antioxidants and other helpful compounds, such as enzymes that can fight inflammation. The tropical pineapple is a versatile foodstuff which can be used across the meal times. It is great in smoothies, on red meat and can be made into a refreshing juice. Giving your children pineapple as a snack is a healthier option than other fruits. More importantly, young tastebuds will appreciate the sweet rush of natural fructose and flavour.

Pineapples have long been linked to many health benefits. These benefits include aiding your digestion, boosting your bodies resilience to heart disease and speeding up the recovery time from surgery by reducing the inflammation that often accompanies most invasive procedures.


Here are some of the health benefits of the pineapple.


Pineapples are surprisingly low in calories but have an incredibly impressive amount of nutrients. Just one portion of just over 150 grams of pineapple, contains the following beneficial effects.

• It would supply your body with 82.5 calories

• It would contain 1.7 grams of fat.

• This portion would deliver just over 75% of the manganese that your body needs.

• It would also supply you with 10% of the Vitamin B6 that you need.

• It would also provide you with 3% of your daily iron requirement.

• The small serving of pineapple would offer you 2.3 grams of fibre

• The serving would provide over 130% of your required daily requirements of Vitamin C.

• The serving would supply 1 gram of protein.

• The pineapple would give you 21.6 grams of Carbs.

Pineapples also contain trace amounts of Phosphorus, Zinc, Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin K.

The high levels of Vitamin C and Manganese are very helpful for growing children. Studies have shown that Vitamin C is essential for growth and the development of a healthy immune system. Vitamin C is also helpful in aiding the absorption of iron to maintain a healthy body. Manganese is a naturally occurring mineral that aids growth, helps to maintain a healthy metabolism and it also has great antioxidant properties.

Pineapples themselves are especially rich in antioxidants, these antioxidants are known as flavonoids and phenolic acids. Oxidative stress has been proven to increase free radicals in the body. These free radicals interact with the body's cells and can cause damage that is linked to chronic inflammation and a weakened immune system. Because of pineapples antioxidant properties, they may help to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, reduce the effects of diabetes and help protect against certain cancers.

Pineapples also contain a group of digestive enzymes known as bromelain, these enzymes break down protein molecules into amino acids and small peptides. Pineapples also aid those with certain pancreatic insufficiencies. Better digestion function is noticed after including pineapples in your diet, bromelain is an effective meat tenderizer and it is this enzyme that creates that strange sensation in your mouth. That tingling sensation is your soft and delicate mouth tissue being broken down.

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Pineapples have been a part of traditional medicine for centuries, where they have long been thought to boost immunity and suppress inflammation. They contain a wide variety of vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can collectively boost immunity and suppress inflammation.

There have been studies that suggest that ensuring healthy children receive over 100 grammes of pineapple daily wilt boosted their immunity. Children who stuck to the regiment of eating pineapples had a significantly lower risk of both viral and bacterial infections. It was also discovered that consuming over 250g of pineapple will at least double the amount of their disease-fighting white blood cells.

A powerful supplement derived from pineapples.

Whilst another study found that children with a sinus infection recovered significantly faster while taking a bromelain supplement derived from pineapples when compared to those who undertook a standard treatment. It is believed that these anti-inflammatory properties in pineapples help to both aid and bolster the immune system.

In conclusion, pineapples are sweet, convenient and easy to incorporate into a child's diet.
They are affordable and available year-round as they can be purchased fresh, canned or frozen. If they are canned, then there will be a slight change in their calorific values and depending on how they are preserved, there is a chance of increased and unwanted sugars.
Ultimately pineapples are healthy, sweet and refreshing, which can help to maintain the health and wellbeing of your children as they grow up.


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