Bilberry and Pineapple
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Improves night vision, Improves stomach health, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure, Reduces blood circulation problems
Asthma treatment, Bronchitis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate
General Benefits
Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Prevents blood clotting in vessels, Treatment of urinary tract infections
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sinusitis, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Nourishes skin, Protects against skin damage
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Not Available
Abdominal pains, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Sneezing, Swelling, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain
Causes swollen mouth, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin rash, Vomiting
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
No
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.50 g
99+
13.12 g
37
Fiber
2.80 g
22
1.40 g
32
Sugar
0.00 g
99+
9.85 g
23
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.08 mcg
35
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.08 mg
10
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
30
0.03 mg
28
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.58 mg
28
0.50 mg
30
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.16 mg
38
0.21 mg
29
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.11 mg
13
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
18.00 mcg
17
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
44.00 mg
18
47.80 mg
17
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.00 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.00 mcg
18
0.70 mcg
30
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
0.00 mg
32
5.50 mg
23
Fat
0.50 g
18
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
103.00 mg
99+
109.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.80 mg
16
0.29 mg
36
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
15.00 mg
26
13.00 mg
28
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
12.00 mg
23
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.12 mg
21
Phosphorus
9.00 mg
39
8.00 mg
40
Manganese
3.30 mg
1
0.93 mg
4
Copper
0.11 mg
19
0.11 mg
19
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
Not Available
17.00 mg
27
Omega 6s
Not Available
23.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
6.00 mg
13
Water Content
0.20 g
99+
86.00 g
33
Ash
87.10 g
1
0.22 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
44.00 kcal
29
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
50.00 kcal
14
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
50.00 kcal
15
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
245.00 kcal
31
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
52.00 kcal
21
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
75.00 kcal
14
53.00 kcal
27
Calories in Jam
164.00 kcal
32
265.00 kcal
13
Calories in Pie
293.00 kcal
21
303.00 kcal
17
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry, Tropical
Season
Summer
Autumn
Varieties
Dwarf bilberry, Piper, bog blueberry, Northern bilberry, Mountain bilberry and Oval-leaved bilberry
Smooth Cayenne, Abacaxi, Red Spanish and Queen
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Dark purple
Yellow
Inside Color
Light Green
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Strong, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Unknown
Central America, South America
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-aerated
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.5
5.5-6
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Hot, Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- Bilberries are used in manufacturing of alcoholic drinks.
- They are used to improve aromas of sorbets.
- The green extract of it's leaves is used in textile industry as natural dye.
- A single pineapple takes 3 years to reach maturation.
- Pineapple is not an apple, but is actually a berry.
- The name is with reference to its resemblance to pine cones.
- Pineapple is sweeter if scales are more.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Japan
Costa Rica
Other Countries
Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden
Brazil, India, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Chile
Costa Rica
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium myrtillus
Ananas comosus
Synonym
blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry
Ananas sativus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Commelinidae
Order
Ericales
Poales
Family
Ericaceae
Bromeliaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Ananas
Species
Vaccinium myrtillus
A. comosus
Generic Group
Heath
Pineapple
Difference Between Bilberry and Pineapple
We might think that Bilberry and Pineapple are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Bilberry and Pineapple Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Bilberry and Pineapple is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Bilberry and Pineapple with peel is 44.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 50.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Bilberry and Pineapple belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Bilberry and Pineapple is Ericales and Poales respectively. Bilberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Pineapple belongs to Bromeliaceae family. Bilberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium myrtillus species and Pineapple belongs to Ananas genus of A. comosus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
