If you apply pineapple paste on the dark spots and freckles, they will become less noticeable.
A juicy slice of pineapple will relieve the itching and redness after insect bites. It would be enough to apply a small slice for 5 minutes.
Fruit acids contained in pineapples often are a part of the tonic masks for oily skin and means for peeling face and body.
A mixture of pineapple and fresh mint cools, refreshes and softens the rough skin of the heels. Leave the mask for 10 minutes, remove it with water and use a pumice stone.
Natural pineapple oil soothes and nourishes the skin after hair removal. When combined with essential oils, it is also suitable for a relaxing massage.
Having anti-inflammatory properties, pineapple helps in treating acne. Cosmetic products with an extract of the fruit fight infections and have a healing effect.
Pineapple juice makes the skin more elastic, stimulating the production of collagen. Apply a small amount of freshly squeezed liquid on the face and leave it for 2-3 minutes, then rinse it with warm water. Be careful with pineapple juice if you tend to have allergies.
Bromelain that is contained in the pineapple (a complex of unique enzymes) accelerates protein metabolism. This in turn leads to a reduction of excess weight at the expense of processed proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
Due to its low calorie content (49 kcal/100g), pineapple is great for people who keep to a strict diet.
A glass of freshly squeezed pineapple juice contains a daily dose of magnesium required to protect cells from the damaging effect of free radicals.
Sliced pineapple is a healthy snack. The tropical fruit contains fiber, which improves intestinal peristalsis.
Pineapple juice contains enzymes that make the blood thinner and prevent blood clots.
Pineapple extract helps with bronchial asthma. It reduces the number of eosinophils, or the cells that aggravate the disease, providing a pro-allergic action.
Slices of fresh pineapple help cope with thirst and dehydration. This exotic fruit contains 85% of water.
But as with all other things, pineapples also have some “negative” sides:
Candied pineapple is very high in calories (340-350 kcal/100g) and is not recommended to those who try to keep fit.
The presence of beta-carotene in pineapple reduces the risk of age-related changes of the retina. This substance prevents macular degeneration in the zone, which is responsible for central vision.
Pineapple contains a large number of organic acids, so people with sensitive teeth enamel, gastritis and gastric ulcer should use it with caution.
