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