Scientific analyses show that pineapple leaf extract contains large amounts of natural active ingredients such as Alkaloid, Glycosides and Flavonoids, which have an effect in protecting the cardiovascular system.
According to international pharmacological studies, including the latest 2024 report in the Journal of Pharmaco Puncture medical journal, pineapple leaf extract helps significantly reduce bad fat, has the ability to inhibit the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase (a type of enzyme that produces cholesterol in the liver), thereby preventing atherosclerosis from the root.
Another report published in the pharmacognosy journal Pharmacognosy Magazine has shown that the active ingredients in pineapple leaves have the ability to inhibit the digestive enzyme Alpha-glucosidase, reducing the amount of sugar absorbed into the blood.
Thanks to good blood sugar control, the liver will not be forced to convert excess sugar into neutral fat (triglycerides), thereby helping to protect the circulatory system comprehensively. In particular, pineapple leaves also support blood fat control through 3 main mechanisms:
Limit fat absorption in the intestines
The biological active ingredients in pineapple leaves help inhibit the activity of some digestive enzymes. As a result, excess fat and sugar from food will reduce the ability to penetrate the blood and be excreted by the body through the excretory system.
Promote increased liver activity
The liver is an important organ in processing lipids. The abundant antioxidants in pineapple leaves will stimulate the liver to break down bad fat (LDL) and neutral fat molecules faster, converting them into energy for the body to process from within.
Protect and cleanse blood vessel walls
Flavonoids in pineapple leaves have the ability to prevent the oxidation of cholesterol. This is an important step to prevent the formation of atherosclerosis plaques on the lumen. Thanks to this, blood vessels always maintain smoothness and elasticity, helping blood circulate smoothly.
The habit of using pineapple leaves helps reduce blood fat and prevent stroke risks. Take 5-7 fresh leaves, wash them, boil them with 1.5 liters of water for about 15 minutes. The water has a refreshing taste, used to drink instead of filtered water during the day.
Because pineapple leaves are cool and diuretic, it should be avoided to drink strong in the evening to limit nocturia and insomnia. Pregnant women, people with low blood pressure or kidney diseases need to consult a doctor before use.
