Pineapple
[Name] Pineapple, Ananas, Bromeliaceae, also known as "Fern Pine"
[Taste and Nature] Sweet, mild sour, neutral.
[Meridian Affinity] Enters the stomach and kidney meridians.
[Efficacy] Mainly quenches thirst, alleviates irritability, aids digestion after drinking, boosts energy, and enhances complexion. Useful for indigestion, enteritis, diarrhea, heatstroke, fever, and restlessness due to thirst.
[Composition] Bromelain, citric acid, etc.
[Note] Pineapple attracts appetite with its unique shape, bright color, and refreshing fragrance, and is widely loved for its rich nutrition and health benefits. However, due to glycosides in pineapple that can irritate oral mucosa, the skin and spines must be removed. Cut the flesh into chunks and soak them in dilute salt water or sugar water to extract the glycosides before consumption.