Why Pineapple?

The Benefits of this Sweet and Chewy Treat
There was a time when the only economical way to eat pineapple was out of a can. Fortunately, that time is long past, and we can now get this wonderful fruit fresh and dried.

As a fruit, pineapple is pretty wonderful... full of vitamin C and digestive-aiding enzymes. As a dried fruit, it's even more convenient. Kids love it for its great flavor, and moms love it because kids eat it!

Over the past 30 years, pineapples have been bred to cut their acidity. If pineapple gives you an unpleasant tingling in the mouth, particularly on the tongue, you’re not alone – the good news is, you should be able to eat dried pineapple, because of its much lower acid content.

Pineapples are bromeliads, and grow throughout the tropics. They contain a natural enzyme, bromelain, which breaks down proteins, so pineapple juice makes a natural marinade for meat.

• Digestive aid
• Bromelain is also known to be an anti-inflammatory.
• One cup of Pineapple contains almost a full day’s serving of Vitamin C and manganese.
• Pineapple also contains potassium, calcium (for strong bones), and B1

When you buy your pineapple, especially if it’s dried, make sure it’s unsulphured and unsugared. And above all, make sure it’s not contaminated with toxic pesticides or fertilizers.