Pineapple
Pineapple or Ananas comosus is a fruit native to South America.
The species Ananas comosus belongs to the bromeliad family. It is a terrestrial species of herbaceous plant. Pineapple is an infructescence.
The pineapple comes from connique berries which develop individually and come together at maturity.
The set is elongated and can be over thirty centimeters in length. Its bark, made up of hexagonal scales, varies in color depending on the variety. Its flesh is very juicy, generally white or yellow in color.
In Madagascar, pineapple cultivation is especially widespread in the Highlands but also on the east coast of the island.
THE BENEFITS OF FRUIT
Pineapple is recognized for its richness in bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme which facilitates the digestion of proteins.
Studies have shown that this enzyme breaks up blood clots and prevents their formation. It is a good way to fight against cardiovascular disease.
ENERGY INTAKE
54 kcal per 100 g of fresh fruit
85.50 g of water
0.4 g of protein
11g of carbohydrates
0.2g of lipids
1.20 g Fiber
46.10 mg Vitamin C
0.84 mg Manganese
38.5 µg of Vitamin A
19.60 µg Vitamin B9
142 mg of Potassium
21.5 mg of Calcium
3.61 mg of Manganese
SHAPES
Juice
Puree
Dried fruits