Summer is a time to be outside all day, party with friends, and never sleep. But, we all know that as much as our minds and souls love summer, sometimes it takes a little while for our bodies to catch up. But, have no fear, because pineapple is the answer to all your summer concerns.
It is a great source of vitamins
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Pineapple has a ton of Vitamin C – even more than oranges. Keep your immune system boosted all summer by making this pineapple-basil ague fresca (fancy!) full of vitamins. Besides Vitamin C, it’s a great source of manganese and Vitamin B1, which give you tons of antioxidants.
It reduces swelling and bloating
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Pineapple literally has magic powers. Sometimes those summer BBQ feasts are just too much, and you end up leaving way too full. If that happens, grab a bowl of fresh and juicy pineapple to immediately feel better.
#SpoonTip: If you’re getting your wisdom teeth out, eat a bowl of pineapple for a week before the surgery to reduce swelling.
It is versatile
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Pineapple has so many uses. You can cut it up and eat it as a snack, blend it into a smoothie, or bake it into a cake. But, it’s not just the succulent insides that are useful. If you’re looking for a quick and creative gift, cut the leaves off and put them in a crafty little pot. Voila, mini cactus!
It is delicious
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Summer is all about FUN. Pineapple makes for fun, tropical drinks, delicious fruit salads, a creative pizza topping and much, much more. You can even use the fruit to make cups for your summer drinks. So what are you waiting for? Go get a pineapple.