Many people use salt water to soak pineapple before eating it, because pineapple contains a special enzyme substance-bromelain. This enzyme can decompose protein and stimulate our oral mucosa and digestive system. Therefore, soaking pineapple can reduce the activity of bromelain to a certain extent, reduce its irritation to our oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract, and thus better protect our health.
Soaking pineapple can reduce the irritation to oral mucosa. Bromelain in pineapple is a strong acidic substance, which will cause a certain irritation when it comes into direct contact with oral mucosa in the body. Long-term consumption of untreated fresh pineapple may lead to oral pain, ulcers and other problems. Soaking pineapple in salt water can reduce its activity, reduce the stimulation to oral mucosa and make us more comfortable when eating pineapple.
Soaking pineapple can also reduce the irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Bromelain will play a certain digestive role in the stomach before it is decomposed by gastric acid. If our gastrointestinal tract itself is sensitive, excessive bromelain will cause discomfort and even indigestion. By soaking pineapple in salt water, we can reduce the activity of bromelain, reduce the stimulation to gastrointestinal tract and protect the health of our digestive system.
Soaking pineapple also helps to remove impurities and pesticide residues from pineapple. Pineapple usually grows and matures in the sun, which will absorb dust, bacteria and other impurities in the air. Pesticides may be used for pest control during planting. Salt water soaking can effectively remove these impurities and pesticide residues and improve food safety.
To sum up, the main purpose of washing pineapple with salt water is to reduce the stimulation of bromelain on oral mucosa and gastrointestinal tract and protect the health of our oral cavity and digestive system. Soaking pineapple also helps to remove impurities and pesticide residues and improve food safety. If you often have oral ulcers or indigestion when eating pineapple, try soaking pineapple in salt water to see if it can alleviate these discomfort.
When using salt water to soak pineapple, you can follow the following steps: first peel the pineapple and remove the awn, and then cut the pineapple into blocks of appropriate size. Next, prepare a basin of clean water, add a proper amount of salt (generally speaking, about 9 grams of salt can be added to each liter of water) and stir well. Soak the cut pineapple pieces in salt water for 15-30 minutes, then take them out and drain them.
Finally, I would like to remind you that when purchasing pineapples, you should choose fresh, undamaged and brightly colored fruits, and try to choose pineapples that are organically planted or have no pesticide residues. Proper handling and eating of pineapple can make us enjoy its delicious taste better and protect our health. I hope this information can help you. Have a good time eating pineapple!