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Pineapples are a source of vitamin C and potassium. Pineapples may also have anti-inflammatory effects. It contains the enzyme bromelain, which is thought to aid digestion. Pineapple reduces blood-clotting and could also help to remove plaque from arterial walls.
Cooked pineapple loses its bromelain, so it is best eaten fresh. Tinned pineapple also has a very high sugar content.
Pineapple is healthy and should be eaten often. A thick slice weighs around 80 g.
Cooked pineapple loses its bromelain, so it is best eaten fresh. Tinned pineapple also has a very high sugar content.
Pineapple is healthy and should be eaten often. A thick slice weighs around 80 g.
| Calories | 41 |
| Potassium | 160 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Fibre | 1,2 g |
| Per 100 g | |
