Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Bronchitis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
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
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Sneezing, Swelling, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Causes swollen mouth, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin rash, Vomiting
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.12 g16.53 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
1.40 g1.30 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
9.85 g15.23 g
0
63.35
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Protein
0.54 g0.83 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.040.05
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.08 mg0.01 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg0.07 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.50 mg0.60 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg0.00 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg0.10 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
18.00 mcg14.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
47.80 mg71.50 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.02 mg0.07 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.70 mcg0.40 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
5.50 mg7.10 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.12 g0.44 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
109.00 mg171.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.29 mg0.13 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
1.00 mg1.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
13.00 mg5.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
12.00 mg10.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.12 mg0.07 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
8.00 mg31.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.93 mg0.06 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.11 mg0.15 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.10 mcg0.60 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
17.00 mg65.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
23.00 mg67.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
6.00 mgNA
0
87
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Water Content
86.00 g81.76 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.22 g0.44 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NANA
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
50.00 kcal66.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
50.00 kcal77.73 kcal
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
245.00 kcal277.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
52.00 kcal91.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
53.00 kcal50.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
265.00 kcal260.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
303.00 kcal280.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Smooth Cayenne, Abacaxi, Red Spanish and Queen
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
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Color
Yellow
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
Strong, Sweet, Tart
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Central America, South America
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-65.5-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
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.
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
Costa Rica
China
Other Countries
Brazil, India, Philippines, Thailand
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Costa Rica
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ananas comosus
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Ananas sativus
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Commelinidae
Rosidae
Order
Poales
Sapindales
Family
Bromeliaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Ananas
Litchi
Species
A. comosus
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Pineapple
Soapberry