Showing posts with label enzymes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label enzymes. Show all posts

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Part 7 of 10 Healthy Fruits (Pineapples)



Pineapples have a unique group of enzymes that break down proteins and act as a digestive aid that may help reduce tumor growth and inflammation. It is these strong enzymes that work to tenderize meat when pineapple juice is used as a marinade. Pineapples are also an excellent source of manganese and vitamin C.

Friday, July 23, 2010

Part 5 of 10 Healthy Fruits (Papaya)



Papaya contains several nutrients and enzymes - specifically vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, and chymopapain - that have been shown to help reduce inflammation. People with diseases that worsen with inflammation, such as asthma and arthritis, often find that their symptoms are lessened when they eat foods containing these nutrients. Most papayas have a green-yellow outer skin that turns yellow when ripe.