In certain countries, the pineapple symbolizes the welcoming of guests and hospitality.
"In this manner, the fruit which was the visual keystone of the feast naturally came to symbolize the high spirits of the social events themselves; the image of the pineapple coming to express the sense of welcome, good cheer, human warmth and family affection inherent to such gracious home gatherings." ~Social History of the Pineapple- Hoag Levins
Not only is the pineapple noted for its symbolism, rare beauty, and intensely sweet taste, but it is an unfaltering ali to the human body.
The lovely and exotic pina is brimming with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and natural digestive enzymes.
"One of the benefits of pineapple is that it contains a huge amount of Vitamin C. Two slices can have 100% of the daily recommended value. In addition to helping keep the immune system stable, Vitamin C promotes healthy gums, helps heal cuts, strengthens blood vessels, and aids in the creation of collagen, which is the connecting tissue that holds muscles, bones, and other tissues together. Pineapple also contains a high amount of manganese, a mineral which is also important in helping form bone and connective tissue." ~Pineapplefacts.com
With cooked food being a mainstay in most human's diets, pineapple is a wonderful compliment at the end of a meal. Because cooked food lacks enzymes; essential catalysts for breaking down proteins and other biproducts of human consumption, the body uses its own limited resevoir of enzymes to break down food. This cycle depletes the body, resulting in weight gain, bloating, fatigue, premature aging, and disease.
Pineapple, and other enzyme-rich foods and supplements aid the body in conversion and digestion.
Making it a habit to eat a cup of fresh pineapple at the end each day, may change the overall functioning of the body.
Enzyme-rich pineapple can also be used on the face. Blended with honey or yogurt, pineapple enzymes slough dead skin cells and make skin illuminous.
In this day and age, pineapples are much easier to obtain than in the past. Welcome them into your daily fare, and you will definitely welcome their benefits, as well.
Photography by, Natryl1
