The health benefits of pineapple and the healing properties of turmeric are well known for all of us. But do you know you can combine these two powerful ingredients too? Here is a smoothies recipe you should try.
Powerful Pineapple Turmeric Anti-inflammatory Smoothies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- half a peeled lime
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut water (10 Most Popular Health Benefits of Coconut Water)
- Little black pepper ( To improve the absorption of curcumin in turmeric)
Directions:
Put all of the ingredients into your blender and blend well. Enjoy this smoothie to get a host of health benefits. It improves your health in several ways, consume it regularly, and you will notice the differences after a period:
You’ll have fewer chances to get colds or flu
Turmeric has great antioxidant and antibacterial properties, it has been proven to be able to help rebuild the immune system. Pineapple is a good source of vitamin C, which is essential to fight off viruses. This drink is also helpful for loosening mucus and relieving coughs that caused by colds.
You’ll have stronger bones
According to researches, a cup of pineapple can provide 73% of your body requirement for manganese, which is one of the most important nutrients to maintain and build strong bones.
You’ll get relief if you have arthritis
Turmeric is a natural painkiller thanks to the curcumin, which is said that may work just as well as ibuprofen for pain relief in arthritis patients. Pineapple also has good anti-inflammatory properties, makes it as an effective agent to alleviate arthritis and joint pain.
You’ll have a better digestion
Bromelain in pineapple helps regulate the secretions in the pancreas to improve digestion. Turmeric is believed to help in digestion as it helps in releasing of bile, which is essential for a healthy digestive system.
You’ll have a better sleep
Turmeric works well to relieve depression, anxiety and may protect against the effects of sleep deprivation.
You’ll have healthy teeth
Have this smoothie, especially when you’re suffering from a toothache, as both of these two ingredients have great anti-bacterial properties. Pineapple also helps strengthen gums to keep your teeth healthy.
Sources: turmericforhealth.com/ foodmatters.com/ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
