4 Benefits of Pineapple for Children
Although popular, not many children like pineapples. They prefer this tropical fruit in processed form, such as jam, syrup, or toppings cake. Pineapple consumed fresh often leaves an ‘itchy’ feeling on the roof of the mouth. The cause is the content of glycosides or a type of organic material that can stimulate human skin and mucous membranes in the oral cavity. Not dangerous, really, but annoying for sensitive children.
To reduce these symptoms, you can cut the pineapple into small pieces, then soak it in salt water for 30 minutes. Before consuming it, rinse the pineapple chunks with cold water to get rid of the salty taste. Another way is to boil pineapple before consumption.
Benefits of Pineapple for Children
Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain which is anti-inflammatory and can fight microbial infections. Fresh pineapple juice can treat sore throats and help reduce mucus production. That said, this juice is five times more effective than cough medicine, you know.
Drinking pineapple juice regularly can help maintain the health of your little one’s mouth. The vitamin C in pineapple juice strengthens the gums and keeps your little one’s teeth healthy and strong. This tropical fruit can also prevent plaque hardening and other gum diseases.
Pineapple will help build healthy bones due to the mineral content of manganese which is necessary for the body to build bone and connective tissue.
Bromelain aids digestive health. Consuming one slice of pineapple after eating will reduce gas, bloating, nausea, constipation and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Fresh pineapple juice also helps get rid of intestinal worms.
Tips:
– A slice of pineapple contains: 73 calories, 12.5 RE (Retinol Equivalent) vitamin A, 23.8 mg vitamin C.
– Pineapple Creation Ideas
Pineapple jam, cook grated pineapple with sugar and cinnamon until thickened.
Setup pineapple, cook pineapple in boiling water with sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Once cool, serve with ice cubes.
