10 Surprising Health Benefits Of Pineapple
 
  10 Surprising Health Benefits Of Pineapple         Ah pineapples: The tropical, sweet fruit that tastes like summertime. Originating South America, the pineapple was used for medicinal purposes to treat digestive ailments and swelling. Since then, the prickly superfood  has become popular all over the world, eaten fresh, cooked, juiced, or preserved and found in a wide array of cuisines.   Here are 10 healthy reasons to enjoy pineapple that may surprise you.   1. One Serving Is All The Vitamin C You Need            Pineapple is a power-packed tropical fruit that boosts your energy levels via Vitamin C. Just one cup of fresh pineapple contains all the Vitamin C you need for the entire day. Instead of taking a Vitamin C supplement, just eat a daily serving of pineapple.     2. Full Of Essential Nutrients             Aside from vitamin C, pineapple packs a serious nutrient punch, containing:    thiamin    riboflavin   vitamin B-6   folate    pantothenic  acid   magnesium  ...