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National Pineapple Month
How to Celebrate National Pineapple Month
Attention, attention! It’s our favorite time of the year here on the farm…National Pineapple Month! October marks the time of year to pick yourself up one of these delicious, healthy tropical treats to enjoy and share with family and friends. National Pineapple Month is dedicated to this tantalizing fruit, native to the Americas and first consumed by the Tupi people. So why is there an entire month dedicated to this tropical fruit? Well, because pineapples are amazing and delicious in so many different ways!
Dental Benefits of Pineapples
Listen Up! You May Want to Add Pineapple to Your Dental Routine as There Are Many Benefits.
We all strive for that perfect white healthy smile by using whitening toothpaste or treatments to at-home remedies. But did you know that the secret for a radiant smile might just lay in eating pineapple?
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Tagged bromelian, Dental, health benefits, health benefits of pineapple, pineapple, Smile, Teeth
3 Ways Eating More Pineapple Can Boost Your Heart Health
Vitamin C, Bromelain, and Fiber Come Together to Keep Your Heart Strong
With benefits for your brain, immune system, and more, pineapple’s “Super Fruit” title is well-earned. Thanks to its diverse range of vitamins and minerals, pineapple packs in the nutrition with every bite. Unsurprisingly, that means this tropical fruit can also help your heart health. This is particularly important: Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and is frequently correlated with a poor diet. Thankfully, pineapple’s natural sweetness and delicious flavor makes it easy to incorporate into your daily intake, all while keeping your heart strong. Read on to learn more.
(more…)Why You Should Eat Pineapple, According to a Registered Dietician
Falling Into One of the 5 Main Food Groups, Pineapple Is a Valuable Addition to Our Diets
From vitamin C to bromelain, pineapple is packed full of valuable nutrients and minerals that play an important role in keeping us healthy. In honor of National Pineapple Month this October, we sat down with registered dietician and nutritionist Amanda Perrin of Peace of Nutrition to dig into the details and learn more about the health benefits our favorite fruit has to offer.
(more…)3 Amazing Brain-Boosting Benefits of Pineapple
Get Smart! Snack on Pineapple to Maintain Brain Health This School Year
We all know the saying: a pineapple a day keeps the doctor away! Our favorite tropical fruit offers endless health benefits. Full of key nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin B, and potassium, pineapple can support your heart health, help your immune system, and even boost your brainpower. As we enter the new school year, it’s particularly important to keep our brain in mind – and pineapple is perfect for supporting both physical and mental health. Read on to learn more about why this fruit is the perfect brain-boosting snack for kids (and adults) this fall.
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Tagged back-to-school, brain, brain health, health, health benefit, health benefits, health benefits of pineapple, healthy, healthy living
When It Comes to Vitamin C, Pineapple is Queen
Pineapple Packs in More Vitamin C per Cup than Citrus Fruits
When it comes to nutrients, vitamin C is one of the most well-known. From strengthening the immune system to improving your mood to reducing the risk of heart disease, this vitamin is a powerhouse. Even better? No expensive supplements are needed here – your daily dose of vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, can be obtained through delicious and affordable fruits and vegetables like pineapple. This tropical fruit contains more vitamin C per serving than citrus fruits like grapefruits and oranges, making it an excellent choice for boosting your daily nutrient consumption. Read on to learn more about the value of vitamin C and how to add some more pineapple power to your diet.
(more…)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.