We know, with the arrival of summer, the desire to be at the stove disappears. People prefer cold dishes that are easy to prepare, such as caprese, rice salads, and especially... fruit salads.
Among all the variety of fruits this season has to offer, Pineapple definitely stands out, which, in addition to being particularly tasty and sugary, is good for the body and, as we often hear, makes us slim.
Let's see how much of it is true.
The king of diets.
Surely over the years you have read various reports about the amazing benefits of pineapple: a "super food" that can quickly shed pounds and is often included in the diets of actresses and super models.
As experienced herbalists we must tell you: there are no great promises of miracles behind the success of this fruit, but rather excellent benefits.
Inside a tough, spiny rind, pineapple has a yellowish flesh rich in vitamins, A, B and C, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and lots and lots of water. Not surprisingly, consumption is strongly recommended during the summer months, as it promotes diuresis and the elimination of excess salts. This helps to counteract and prevent the appearance of cellulite.
Bromelain
Folk medicine has used Pineapple for centuries as an adjuvant to physiological digestive processes due to the presence of bromelain.
This molecule is found inside the fruit, but in even higher amounts, inside the stem. Specifically, bromelain acts as a metabolism activator, facilitating the digestion of complex protein foods, such as meat, meats and cheeses. Combine this with the diuretic action of Pineapple and you get a perfect combination for slimming your figure.
For this reason, Naturetica's Pineapple Stem supplement can be included in low-calorie diets, especially when water retention is suspected of contributing to body weight gain.
It should always be emphasized that any dietary supplement to be truly effective must always be accompanied by a healthy and balanced diet, and constant exercise.