Pineapple

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Vitamins and Minerals

Pineapples contain Vitamin C, calcium, iron, folate, magnesium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, and Vitamins A, B6, E, and K.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no” el_class=”essen”]

Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Pineapples are very useful in the digestive system because it contains digestive enzymes group known as bromelain. Enzymes break down the building blocks and then they are easily absorbed across the small intestine. Pineapples reduce the risk of cancer because they contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory which minimize oxidative stress and reduce inflammation. This fruit boosts immunity and suppresses inflammation. Pineapples give pain relief for people who have inflammatory arthritis.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no”]

Origin and Usage

Pineapples dfdgated from South America, the region between southern Brazil and Paraguay. It belongs to the family Bromeliads. Pineapple shape is oval to cylindrical, topped by a leafy crown. It is a sweet tropical fruit, with tough skin. It is eaten raw and used as a snack, in sweet deserts, fried rice, and jams.

Types and varieties

Some most famous types are Abacaxi Pineapple, Queen pineapple, Red Spanish pineapple, and cayenne pineapple.

Production

Costa Rica is the largest producer of Pineapple. The other largest countries in the production of pineapple are Brazil and the Philippines.
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