Pick up a pineapple!

Did you know, pineapples contain a versatile enzyme that can help heal the aches, pains and bruises that can come from playing sport?

Thanks to its plentiful nutrients, eating pineapple can help the body heal faster. The enzyme, called bromelain, reduces the risk of inflammation when joints and muscles have been overworked or have suffered damage. (The same action can help ease the pain of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.) Pineapples are high in vitamin C content, which also helps the body heal faster from bumps and bruises, vitamins B1, B6, C, and copper, manganese and fibre.

For the best dose of bromelain, fresh pineapple is the most effective. Try some of these fantastic, simple ideas!

Spiced pineapple pork
The classic combination of pork and pineapple, in an irresistible sweet and sour one-pan dish.

Gammon with pineapple salsa
A family favourite, updated with a Thai-style pineapple salsa.

Pineapple and passion fruit cheesecake
Perfect for spoiling family and friends!

Prosciutto with exotic fruit salsa
The sweetness of the pineapple and mango are a fantastic contrast to the salty prosciutto.

Well, what are you waiting for? Pick up a pineapple today!