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Pineapple is a tropical fruit that is known for its sour, sweet and delicious taste. It is loaded with nutrients, vitamins and minerals which boost the immune system and wade off infections. These nutrients are not limited to its pulp, as the peel is also host to nutrients, vitamins and minerals. People often overlook and throw away pineapple peel because they see it has waste that has no benefits due to inadequate information about  pineapple peels and how it could be of great benefit to the health. I have been taking this tea for years and I can attest to how good it is to the body. I learnt about pineapple peel drinks from my Mother and we sometimes add the tea to our Zobo drinks. After reading this write up, I hope you stop throwing away your pineapple peels, tap into its awesomeness and get nutrients, vitamins and minerals it has to offer by making tea from its peel.

The amazing benefits of pineapple peel
1) It contains antiinflammatory agents that helps in the treatment of arthritis
2) It has anticancer properties
3) It helps to clean the liver and remove toxin from the blood
4)It helps in weight loss
5) It controls blood pressure
6) It has antioxidant properties due to the presence of vitamin C. Therefore, it fights and nullifies effect of free radicals in the body.
7)It aids digestion
It boosts the immune system to fight against diseases. It prevents colds, flues, infections, fevers, and headaches
9) It prevents cardiovascular disease
10) It treats intestinal worms
11) It promotes healthy skin
12) Prevents hair loss
13) It increases libido
14) It reduces acne and pimples
15) It improves vision
16) It promotes healthy bones
17) Improves Gum Health
18) Reduces Cholesterol Levels.

Simple directions on how to make pineapple peel tea;
1) Wash the pineapple thoroughly to remove dirt and pesticide residue
2) Cut it into pieces and put to boil in boiling water for 5mins on low heat
3) Remove heat and allow the peel to simmer in the water for 25 minutes
4) Remove peel and serve.

Nice one

I add the peel to my zobo too

Ignorance denying us so many benefits.

sinaj:
I add the peel to my zobo too

Aside from the nutrients one benefits, It also adds unique flavour to the Zobo drinks.

hisgrace090:
Ignorance denying us so many benefits.

Ignorance is truly a disease.

hisgrace090:
Ignorance denying us so many benefits.

It has no side effects but people don't have knowledge about it or just don't care.

ademijuwonlo:
Aside from the nutrients one benefits, It also adds unique flavour to the Zobo drinks.

yea! True.