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7| Nutrition Magazine October 20 1 5 Drinking a glass of pineapple juice regularly helps to prevent mucous accumulation in the throat. It brings out the mucous during a productive cough and clears the lungs because of its high vitamin C content. Fresh pineapple is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin; vitamin C for collagen synthesis, Vitamin C also helps to maintain the integrity of your blood vessels, skin, organs and bones. Another benefit of consuming pineapple is that it helps to prevent blood clots. It is a rich source of anti-coagulant. So, people who suffer from bleeding disorders are advised to consume a bowl of pineapples daily. Adding on to the benefits is the ability to get a healthy oral cavity. Pineapples are acidic in nature; this h [