What is this food?
Pineapple slices (canned). It’s a sweet fruit used as a snack or dessert topping.
Why it matters to health
Pineapple gives vitamin and fiber support (it has about 1.1 g fiber per 100 g), which can help you feel full and support healthy digestion. It also has natural sugars (about 23.2 g sugar per 100 g), so it’s best to watch portion size—especially if it’s canned, since the syrup can add extra sweetness. On the plus side, it’s low in fat (about 0.8 g) and very low sodium (about 1 mg), making it a lighter sweet option compared with many desserts.
Healthier tips
- For snacks, aim for a small bowl portion (about 1/2 cup) and pair it with protein like yogurt or milk to help balance your meal.
- If it’s canned, drain the syrup and rinse quickly if you can, then use the fruit as-is.
- Use pineapple to sweeten without overdoing sugary drinks—choose water or unsweetened tea alongside.
- Keep it part of your day’s rhythm: 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks, so pineapple fits as a snack rather than replacing meals.
- Enjoy it in moderation—no food is strictly bad; it’s the portion and frequency that matter.
Common Filipino dishes
Pineapple juice, fruit salad (nata de coco with pineapple), pineapple upside-down cake, sweet and sour pork (with pineapple), hamonado (pineapple-based), pineapple in buko salad