Does Pineapple Induce Labor?

Does pineapple induce labor? You may also have a doubt about this. What I heard from many women who have tried to take pineapple to induce labor, there are several opinions from them. Some women said that pineapple help them to induce labor immediately. But the others said, using pineapple to induce labor doesn't help them to deliver their baby soon even they had eaten it more often. You should take a look at this.

Pineapple is a type of tropical fruit. Like other tropical fruits, pineapples contain proteolytic enzymes. The proteolytic enzymes called bromelain are believed to soften the cervix and lead to bring on labor. This enzyme works like prostaglandin, which help to ripe and soften the cervix.

Pineapples have been known as an anti-inflammatory, diuretic and digestive aid. Since it is also used as a digestive aid, it may stimulate the bowels to move, which could bring on contractions as well. However, when you take it before meals when your stomach is empty then it works like a medicine.

You should consume a fresh pineapple to induce labor. It is because the enzyme that is believed can soft the cervix is only available in fresh pineapple, not in canned pineapple. The canning process destroys most of the enzyme "bromealain" in pineapple.

Overall, pineapple has many health benefits. In addition to being a delicious food, it is packed with minerals and vitamins. Calcium, potassium, fiber and vitamin C are all packed in pineapple. In addition, pineapple is low in fat and cholesterol, and makes an excellent snack--whether you are pregnant or not.

But you may ask again and again, does pineapple induce labor? There are no good proven about this. However, some doctors and people warn not to eat large amount of fresh pineapples during pregnancy.

Many doctors recommend that mothers avoid trying to induce labor until they have reached the 40-week mark. If you want to try pineapple to induce labor, please consult a doctor first to check whether it is suitable for your body or not. It is because there are many ways to induce labor on your own which safer and effective.

Alternative methods to black cohosh to induce labor

Maternity acupressure is deemed safe to use for inducing labor as you are not putting any herbs or medication into your body. Acupressure has been successfully used for thousands of years by women worldwide to help induce labor, strengthen contractions and ease the pain of labor, read more about maternity acupressure as one of the natural ways to induce labor on your own here!

How To Make Homemade Relish For Canning

When I first started making relish, I thought it would be a hard and tedious task. Once I made my first batch, I realized that it was a lot easier than what I thought it would be.

Relishes make a great accompaniment for hot dogs, hamburgers, poultry and fish. You can also use it on crackers or your favorite party bread.

To get started, you will need a few supplies:

water bath canner
canning jars, rings and seals (I used pint-sized jars)
ladle (for spooning the hot mixture into the jars)
funnel
jar lifter (to lift the jars out of the hot water)
2 oven mitts (I like using mitts to prevent any accidental burns to my hands)
clean cotton drying cloth or kitchen towel

You will want to follow the instructions that came with your water bath canner for sterilizing and processing your jars. Always inspect your jars for defects before using them.

Recipes for Diabetic Canning: Bright Green Pickle Sticks and Bell Pepper Relish

It is not easy to find pickles and relishes for diabetics. But we can make our own. These recipes are for canning pickles and relish that is diabetic friendly. Bright Green Pickle Sticks is a perfect recipe for this time of year as the vegetable gardens and farmer's markets feature lots of cucumbers. Take advantage of the cucumbers now and enjoy your own pickles year-round. The same thing is true for the Bell Pepper Relish. Gardens, Farmer's Markets and grocery stores have beautiful bell peppers available. With this relish recipe, you will be enjoying them all year. Be sure you always use clean jars when canning and be very sure your jars seal. Always follow the instructions carefully.

BRIGHT GREEN PICKLE STICKS

Wash and cut into sticks enough cucumbers for 7 quarts.
Pour boiling water over the cucumbers and let sit overnight.
The next day, drain the cucumbers and pack into clean canning jars.

Combine the following ingredients in a large saucepan and boil for 5 minutes:
7 cups cider vinegar
5 cups Splenda granular
1 3/4 cups sugar
6 tbsp salt
3 tbsp celery seed
3 tbsp mustard seed
6 tsp tumeric
Green food coloring, optional

Pour the hot mixture over the cucumbers in the jars. Have jar lids boiling in water. Seal the jars with the hot lids. Process in boiling water bath for 5 minutes to seal well.

BELL PEPPER RELISH

18 green bell peppers
18 red bell peppers
18 medium onions
6 cups vinegar
3 tbsps salt
1 cup sugar
4 cups Splenda granular
1 tbsp whole mustard seed
8 stalks celery, finely chopped

Put the bell peppers and the onions in a food processor until fine. Cover the mixture with boiling water and let stand 10 minutes; drain. Add the vinegar, salt, sugar, Splenda, mustard seed, and celery; mix well. Put the mixture in a large pan and bring to a boil. Boil for 15 minutes and immediately seal into hot pint jars. Be sure the lids seal. If any jar doesn't seal, refrigerate and use first.

Note: These pickles and relish make great gifts for diabetics. They are perfect housewarming gifts, hostess gifts, birthday or holiday gifts.

Enjoy!

Recipes For Summertime Canning: Sweet Lime Pickles, Watermelon Pickles, and Zucchini Relish

"Putting Up" your own pickles and relishes is a favorite summertime ritual for many of us. This was on of my favorite things as a child, teenager, mother and wife. All except for washing and scrubbing hundreds of canning jars as a child, that is!! It is also one of the things I miss most now that I am a senior citizen living in the city. But I do still enjoy sharing my canning recipes. If you want to try some "new" recipes for canning, let me introduce you to some "old-fashion" ones. Today's article includes recipes for canning your own Sweet Lime Pickles, Watermelon Pickles, and Zucchini Relish. These will make great additions to your pantry!

HOMEMADE SWEET LIME PICKLES
Slice 7 pounds of cucumbers and soak in 2 gallons of water. Add 2 cups of lime. leave in this for 24 hours. Wash well and soak in water for 3 more hours.

Cover with this solution:
2 qt. vinegar
9 c. sugar
1 tbsp. salt
2 tsp. whole cloves
2 tsp. celery seed
1 tsp. mixed spices

Let stand overnight in this solution. Bring to a boil and can.

How To Can Homemade Southern Chow Chow Relish

If you plant a garden every summer season and looking for a way to use up some of your excess garden vegetables, this is a great southern relish recipe to make.

You will want to store your jars in a cool and dry place when finished. If you like to give homemade goodies as gifts, this makes a great gift to those on your gift giving list.

Supplies Needed: Water bath canner, canning jars, seals, rings, jar lifter, funnel and a ladle.

Chow Chow Relish Recipe

2 pints carrots, cut into slices
2 pints small sweet pickles
3 pints lima beans
1 head of cabbage, cut into pieces
4 pints cauliflower, chopped into pieces
2 cups water and celery juice
3 pints celery, chopped into small pieces
3 pints red and yellow sweet peppers, diced
1 pint of onions, chopped
1 pint canned yellow corn
8 cups granulated sugar
4 cups white vinegar
4 teaspoons table salt

In a large stock pot with hot water, cook the peppers, lima beans, cabbage and cauliflower until they are fork tender. Drain water and set aside. Using the same stock pot, cook your celery in 2 cups of boiling water until it's fork tender. Drain celery juice into a bowl and set aside. Add celery to the first vegetable mixture.

Drain sweet pickles and reserve juice for later use. Add sweet pickles and drained onions to vegetables and mix well. In your stock pot, combine the granulated sugar, white vinegar, sweet pickle juice, celery juice, 2 cups of water and table salt. Bring this mixture to a boil and then stir in the mixed cooked vegetables. All this mixture to come to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Turn off heat.

Ladle relish into clean, hot and sterilized jars. I like to use wide mouth pint-sized jars for canning relish. This recipe will make approximately 15 pint jars.