pineapple

Sweet sour taste that could wash the mouth after eating, so that feels fresh. Not only that. In addition to delicious, pineapple is also widely used to soften the meat, making it easily digested by the body. That's because the enzyme bromelain in pineapple, known to destroy or break a whole set of proteins. Circuit such as that which causes the meat becomes hard.

Bromelain is also known as anti-inflammatory substances that can cope with muscle injuries, swelling, and muscle pain caused by sports. In addition, this enzyme can also restore the surgical wound (episiotomy) after birth. Because it can thin the blood naturally, bromelain is considered to prevent excessive blood clotting. This may explain some studies that say that bromelain can reduce the symptoms of heart pain and inflammation of a vein that is accompanied by blood clots. In addition, this enzyme can also reduce the thickness of the mucous membranes. It's important for people with asthma and chronic bronchitis.

In addition to bromelain, pineapple also contains potassium in high enough concentrations, namely 113 mg. Potassium is a mineral electrolytes the body needs to regulate blood pressure. The content of this one cause pineapple able to maintain a healthy heart and blood vessels and can prevent stokes.

Potassium also functions to regulate muscle contraction. Lack of potassium will cause paralysis, because the muscle does not contract properly. Pineapple does not cause side effects, if not consumed in excess. However, people with stomach disorders or ulcers should pay attention to consumption, because the pineapple to produce gas in the stomach. In addition, for a sensitive, bromelain may cause allergic reactions.