2023-08-08 02:06:06
In the world of nature there is a wide variety of options to choose, enjoy and discover. In addition, each of these has different smells, flavors, textures, properties, and preparations that make it impossible to get bored of them.
“The pineapple or pineapple (Ananas sativus) is a plant of the bromeliaceae family. It is a perennial herb, small in size and with hard, lanceolate leaves up to 1 m long, which bears fruit once every three years, producing a single fragrant and sweet fruit, highly appreciated in gastronomy.
“Pineapple only matures satisfactorily on the plant. Its sugar and active ingredient content doubles in the last weeks of ripening, so prematurely harvested fruits are acidic and poor in nutrients. If it has been well matured it contains around 11% carbohydrates. Pineapple is a source of vitamin C (contributes to the protection of cells once morest oxidative damage) and iodine (contributes to normal energy metabolism and the production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid anointing)”, said document states.
This delicious tropical fruit has a unique flavor and great health benefits as well. | Photo: Getty Images
Regarding its origin, the FEN says the following: “the tropical pineapple comes from South America, specifically from Brazil. It is the fruit of the plant known as Ananás; the Portuguese continue to maintain this original name which for the natives means ‘excellent fruit’. According to some historians, the Indians honored Columbus and his entourage on their first landing with pineapples, as a sign of welcome and hospitality.
He also explains that there are three types of this fruit that are Sativus, which does not have seeds, Comosus, which can generate seeds capable of germinating, and Lucidus, which is distinguished by the fact that its leaves do not have thorns.
Now, this fruit is famous for its flavor and for preparations such as juices, cocktails such as pina colada, and for being frequently present in markets. However, there is something that is usually thrown away and turns out to be quite beneficial and that is its peel.
Pineapple juice with cucumber to lose weight. | Photo: Getty Images
What are the benefits of pineapple peel and how to prepare it?
This is why it is recommended to consume in an infusion to be able to take advantage of it without any problem. To prepare you need:
Ingredients
Preparation
Once you have the ingredients, what you should do is bring the water to a boil, once it reaches the boiling point, add the previously disinfected pineapple peel and wait regarding 10 minutes. Once the time is up, the water is strained, the sweetener is added, it can be honey, and it is ready for consumption.
Another of the benefits it has is that because it has a high content of vitamin C and is an antioxidant, it is useful for people who have high cholesterol levels. In addition, it is also widely used as an anti-inflammatory and to relieve indigestion and gas accumulation.
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