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Enjoy the Benefits of Bromelain with Pineapple
This Enzyme is Just Another Reason Pineapple is a Super Fruit
In need of another reason to love pineapple? The tropical fruit is the only natural source of bromelain, an enzyme mixture that has been shown to have numerous health benefits. From promoting digestion to helping treat hay fever, bromelain is used around the world to keep us healthy and strong. Read on to learn more about this powerful nutrient, as well as ways to add a bit more bromelain to your diet.
(more…)Superfood Pineapple Smoothie Recipes
Dating back to ancient healing practices and Native American medicine, pineapples have long been regarded as a pain-relieving, energy-boosting, anti-inflammatory power fruit. Packed with vitamin C, manganese, and the protein bromelain, they help fight disease and improve digestion. Want to bundle all of these health and wellness properties into one quick sip? Try one of these three healthy superfood pineapple smoothie recipes to start your day off right or recharge after a long workout!
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Send off Summer with a Labor Day Party
Sayonara, summer! We are waving goodbye to the warmest season to make way for crisper autumn days. Before we welcome fall, it’s only fitting to throw summer a going-away bash. Use the long weekend to gather friends and family for an end-of-summer labor day party. At Chestnut Hill Farms, we have the perfect summer-inspired menu lined up to satisfy your guests.
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How to Throw the Perfect Pineapple End of Summer BBQ
Grilled Pineapple Galore: A Sweet Goodbye
We’re all sad to see summer go, but what better way to end the season than with a celebration of all the great sunny times you’ve had? With a few pineapples at hand, you can create the perfect end of summer BBQ party with all your loved ones for an unforgettable night. We’ve got a few ideas to spark up that pineapple party fever, and we all know you can never have too much pineapple. To get this party started, you need a sweet backyard, a BBQ grill master (master level optional), lots of drinks and all the best people that need a little summer celebration to look forward to.
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Tagged appetizer, bromelain, chestnut hill farms, cut pineapple, dinner, drink recipe, fall pineapple recipes, fruit, health, healthy, healthy recipes, hospitality, how to cut a pineapple, party ideas, pineapple, pineapple dessert, pineapple recipe, pineapple recipes, pineapple salsa, pineapples, recipe, recipes, snack, summer
The Power of Pineapple: Health Benefits
The many wondrous health benefits of pineapple may be more interesting than you think. With its powerful enzymes and many nutrients, the sweet pineapple is more than just a decorative fruit or drink garnish. In fact, this prickly fruit packs surprising health benefits. It has anti-inflammatory and good digestive qualities, antioxidants and immune support, pain-relieving properties and the power to prevent vision loss. Let’s not forget this fruit also contains a therapeutic, healing enzyme called Bromelain that has been used for centuries as medicine.
Back to School Pineapple Snacks & Crafts
School may be around the corner, but that doesn’t mean the summer fun has to end. With Chestnut Hill Farms Pineapples, you can extend the sweetness of summer with creative pineapple snacks and crafts.
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Perfect Pineapple Pool Party
Bright yellow and bursting with flavor, Chestnut Hill Farms pineapples embody everything that makes summer so fun! They are not only light and refreshing for a hot sunny day, but they’re also chockful of nutrients and compounds that will fuel your health. With school out and the summer solstice past, we are spending more and more time by the pool and at the beach. The Chestnut Hill Farms perfect pineapple is a sweet way to cool off and satisfy your summer needs, no matter where the season takes you.
The Summer of Pineapple
Cool Off, Relax and Unwind with Summer Pineapple Treats
Summer has arrived and pineapple season is in full swing. Sweet, fresh pineapple may be the perfect snack to bring to the beach, but our favorite prickly fruit can reach beyond a simple afternoon treat. Check out our summer pineapple recipe round-up to find out how the queen fruit can help you cool off, relax and unwind this summer.
Grilled Memorial Day Pineapple Treats
Fire Up the Grill this Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend is the official welcome party to the summer season. Whether you celebrate the long weekend with BBQs, pool parties or beach days, it’s the perfect time to officially welcome sweet summer days. These Memorial Day pineapple treats are easy to grill up and perfectly capture the spirit of summer.
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DIY Pineapple-Mint Infused Water
A Refreshing Warm Weather Treat
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Looking for an extra delicious way to stay hydrated? Pineapple-Mint infused water is a smooth sip of summer in a glass. Easy to make, pineapple water is perfect for outdoor entertaining and is packed with health benefits!