Organic pineapple is cultivated and harvested without the use of synthetic chemicals, pesticides or genetically modified organisms.
This sweet tasting iconic fruit with its distinctive shape originated in South America and is widely used for a variety of culinary
purposes.
The fruit itself takes three years to mature, but it is certainly worth the wait. Fresh pineapples are renowned for their sweet juicy
flavor the world over.
How much sugar in fresh pineapple?
The good news is that the sugar in pineapple is perfectly natural and as such its impact upon healthy people will be minimal.
However, pineapple is not recommended for diabetics as it can cause spikes in blood sugar levels. Interestingly, fresh pineapple
has the lowest amount of sugar. 165 grams of fresh pineapple will contain approximately 15.25 grams of sugar. This equates to
63 calories. Canned pineapple is often stored in sweetened syrup. Dried pineapple is packed with sugar.
Health benefits of organic pineapple.
Besides being delicious, pineapples possess many nutritional benefits. These include:
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They contain the anti-inflammatory compound bromelain. This may help to speed the recovery process after exercise
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These anti-inflammatory properties may help to ease the symptoms of arthritis.
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Its combination of vitamins, minerals and other compounds like bromelain may help to boost the immune system.
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Bromelain may also help to make digestion easier
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Contains antioxidants that can help to prevent cellular damage.
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High vitamin and mineral content, particularly vitamin C and manganese.
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Organic pineapples have the additional benefits of not being contaminated with chemicals and being less harmful
to the environment.
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