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When you think of a pineapple, you may often associate it with tropical locations and warm, sunny weather. It is also one of the most popular tropical fruits in the world not only are they juicy and delicious, but because they are also nutritious and healthy. Not only should pineapple be a regular part of your diet for health reasons, you should be including it to optimize your nutrition for better scar healing. Here are 3 of the main benefits to eating pineapple:

Pineapple is loaded with healthy vitamins and minerals. This fruit is low-fat, low cholesterol and packed with vitamins A and C, fiber, phosphorus, calcium and potassium. These vitamins and minerals helps keeps gums healthy, strengthen bones, promotes a healthy immune system and improves digestion. And as you know, Vitamin C is necessary for proper collagen production at the wound site and a deficiency of Vitamin A can critically slow down the healing of wounds and other injuries.

Pineapple is a great food for those who are looking to lose weight. Pineapple is filling because it high in water content. It also is a nutritious low-fat, low-calorie alternative to high calorie, high sugar and high fat snacks such as potato chips, breads and candy. Pineapple makes a great in-between meal snack or supplement to any meal.

Pineapple aids in decreasing inflammation. Pineapple contains bromelain, which has anti-clotting and anti-inflammatory properties, which is especially important with new marks. Other than its high versatility, high nutritional content, affordability and many health benefits, pineapple is easy to serve and makes for a great on-the-go-snack. Do you have a question about your scar? Leave us a comment and we’ll be happy to answer. 

A diet provides the nutrition a person needs for optimal energy and health. The food choices that go into a diet determine weight, resistance to illness and lifespan. Choosing the wrong foods increases the risks for obesity, diabetes and heart disease and may lead to an early death.

Healthy food choices not only improves your health, but it improves the final appearance of your scar.

Daily Health

Avoiding common health issues such as flu, colds, breathing problems or brittle bones is as simple as consuming antioxidant-rich foods. Citrus fruits provide vitamin C to boost the immune system and collagen production for proper scar healing, while dairy products like low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese are high in calcium and magnesium to strengthen bone mass, which starts to decrease in middle age.

Family Health

Women who are pregnant need a high level of iron, folate and calcium to adequately nourish the growing baby and to avoid birth defects. Children require potassium, along with other vitamins and minerals, to fuel their growth. Senior adults need more vitamin D and calcium, as older bodies do not absorb these nutrients efficiently. A consistent diet of fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grains, lean meats and plenty of water is recommended for all ages.

Weight Maintenance

Staying at a healthy weight is the key to a longer life. Regular exercise and a steady diet of healthy foods will help a person avoid the dangers of a fluctuating weight due to fad dieting or severe calorie restriction. Eating four to five small, balanced meals per day keeps an optimal metabolism, which removes the need for drastic diet practices. Avoiding foods that are high in cholesterol, salt and saturated fat lowers the risk of heart disease and other problems with the arteries and circulation. From infancy through old age, diet is at the center of the life cycle. Making the right food choices creates the foundation for a long and healthy life.