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🍍 (1) What is Pineapple?
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit with a
rough, spiky exterior and sweet, juicy yellow flesh inside. It grows on a
short, herbaceous plant close to the ground. Pineapples are widely used fresh,
juiced, cooked, or canned in various cuisines.
In Japanese, pineapple is called パイナップル (Painappuru).
🧪 (2) Nutrition in
Pineapple (Per 100g)
|
Nutrient |
Amount |
|
Calories |
50 kcal |
|
Carbohydrates |
13.1 g |
|
Sugars |
9.9 g |
|
Fiber |
1.4 g |
|
Protein |
0.5 g |
|
Fat |
0.1 g |
|
Vitamin C |
47.8 mg (53%) |
|
Potassium |
109 mg |
|
Manganese |
0.9 mg (43%) |
Pineapples are rich in vitamin C and manganese, which
support immunity and metabolism.
🍂 (3) Pineapple Season
(in Japan)
- Japan
mainly imports pineapples year-round, mostly from the Philippines,
Thailand, and Hawaii.
- Domestic
pineapple cultivation is limited to Okinawa and some southern islands.
- Pineapples
are available all year in Japanese markets due to imports.
💪 (4) Benefits and Side
Effects of Pineapple
✅ Benefits:
- High
in vitamin C, supporting immune health.
- Contains
bromelain, an enzyme that helps digestion and reduces inflammation.
- Supports
bone health due to manganese.
- Aids
hydration with high water content.
- Low
in calories but nutrient-dense.
⚠️ Side Effects:
- Bromelain
can cause mouth irritation if eaten in excess.
- May
interact with some medications (e.g., blood thinners).
- People
with allergies may react.
- High
sugar content can affect blood sugar levels if overeaten.
🍍 (5) Why Should You Eat
Pineapple?
- Sweet,
tangy, and refreshing tropical flavor.
- Supports
digestion and immunity.
- Versatile
for eating fresh, cooking, juicing, and baking.
- Provides
antioxidants and important minerals.
- Popular
in Japan for tropical fruit lovers.
🇯🇵 (6) Pineapple
Market in Japan
- Japan
imports most pineapples from tropical countries, especially the
Philippines.
- Okinawa-grown
pineapples are prized and considered premium.
- Pineapples
are sold fresh, canned, and as juice in supermarkets and fruit shops.
- Pineapple-themed
snacks and sweets are popular in Japan.
- Demand
for tropical fruits has been increasing steadily.
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