The endocrinologist pointed out the effect of pineapple consumption on weight

Endocrinologist, nutritionist Natalia Kovaleva told how eating pineapple can affect weight.

In an interview with the Health Mail on Thursday, March 26, the specialist noted that pineapple is known for the content of bromelain, an enzyme that promotes the breakdown of proteins and improves digestion, but it does not directly affect the breakdown of fats and cannot be considered a "magic" weight loss remedy.

According to her, bromelain helps digest proteins and can indirectly support metabolism, but its effect is insufficient for noticeable weight loss. Pineapple also contains fiber and water, which promotes satiety and helps control appetite, and its low calorie content (about 50 kcal per 100 g) makes it a good snack option, but it does not burn fat by itself. As a result, pineapple can be a useful addition to the diet, but calorie deficit, physical activity and a healthy lifestyle are important for weight loss.

How to choose pineapple: 4 proven ways

The leaves, smell and sound of pineapple will help you find a ripe fruit.

In January, the chef of a Chinese restaurant, Lin Rongan, told Izvestia that pineapple likes intense heat. Do not put it out for a long time, otherwise it will "flow". It is best to quickly roast the fruit in a wok or grill at the very end of cooking.

On March 12, specialists from the Department of Rospotrebnadzor in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region told us how to choose the right pineapple in the store. When choosing a ripe pineapple, you should pay attention to the sweet pleasant smell at the base. The peel should be dense, without dark spots and damage, and the leaves at the top should be green and slightly mobile, notes 360.ru .

In December, horticulturist Andrey Tumanov said that you can get a homemade plant from the top of a pineapple. In an interview with the Moscow 24 website, the expert stated that for this, the tip should lie down and dry within two to three days immediately after the cut. It makes sense to plant only the green top without dry and yellowed leaves, otherwise it may not take root. At the same time, bromeliads, which include pineapple, are considered one of the most unpretentious indoor plants, and it is quite difficult to destroy them, writes RT.

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