Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Pineapple
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 58% |
| Calories | 55kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.4 g/ 71g (0.56%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 13 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 20 mg/ 70mg (28%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 19 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 9 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Pineapple (fresh). It’s a sweet, juicy fruit that’s commonly eaten as-is or used in drinks and desserts.
Why it matters to health
Pineapple helps add fiber (about 1.4 g per 100 g) which supports healthy digestion and helps you feel fuller. It also provides vitamin- and antioxidant-rich plant compounds that support overall wellness. For nutrition balance, note that it has natural sugar (about 9.9 g per 100 g) and some carbs, so it’s best to pair it with meals or snacks that also include protein or healthy fats (like yogurt, nuts, or milk) to keep your energy steadier. It’s also very low in fat and sodium, which makes it a good fruit option for everyday eating.
Healthier tips
- For snacks, try a small bowl (about 1/2 cup to 1 cup) with yogurt or a handful of nuts.
- When using pineapple in drinks, choose less added sugar and avoid topping it with syrup.
- If you’re having it with a main meal, keep the portion to about 1/2 cup so your plate stays balanced (half veggies, quarter protein, quarter rice/starches).
- Because it’s sweet, treat it as a fruit—not a “dessert replacement” with lots of extra sugar.
Common Filipino dishes
Pineapple juice, pineapple in fruit salad, pineapple float, ginataang/fruit-based desserts with pineapple, sweet and sour dishes with pineapple
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