Pineapple

Pineapple

Pineapples are a tropical fruit and a native to South America.

Brought to Hawaii in the 1700s, the pineapple has long been recognized as a symbol of hospitality.

Three varieties are commonly available and include Smooth Cayenne, Red Spanish and Sugar Loaf.

Pineapple is an excellent source of vitamin C and also contain the enzyme bromelain.

Glycemic Index=59
Glycemic Load=7
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=385

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Vitamin C, Manganese
*Good Source of:
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Molds, No Tubers, No Citrus, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Choose a firm, plump fragrant pineapple with rigid green leaves that is heavy for its size. After ripening, pineapple can be refrigerated for three to five days.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-cup(s) diced PINEAPPLE,RAW,ALL VAR

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 1.31

Calories: 78

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.19 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.01 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.02 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.06 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	26 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	20.3 g	*
Sugars	15.3 g	*
Fiber	2.2 g	*
Protein	0.84 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	89.9 IU	2%
Vitamin C	74.1mg	123%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.03 IU	0%
Vitamin B6	0.17 mg	8%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	1.1 mg	1%
Folate	27.9 mcg	7%
Niacin	0.78 mg	4%
Riboflavin	0.05 mg	3%
Thiamin	0.12 mg	8%
MINERALS
Calcium	20.2 mg	2%
Copper	0.15 mg	8%
Iron	0.45 mg	2%
Magnesium	18.6 mg	5%
Manganese	1.4 mg	70%
Phosphorous	12.4 mg	1%
Potassium	169 mg	5%
Selenium	0.16 mcg	0%
Sodium	1.6 mg	0%
Zinc	0.19 mg	1%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	54.2 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).