Pineapple is a tropical fruit that originates from Brazil. Pineapples are popular among people because of their delicious taste and ease of cultivation. Pineapples contain beneficial nutrients and benefits for the well-being of the community. Consuming pineapples is highly beneficial for both adults and teenagers.

Nutritional Content of Pineapple

Pineapples contain a variety of useful nutrients. Here are the benefits of pineapples per 100 grams of pineapple, as stated on the website hellosehat.com:

- Water: 88.9 grams (g)
- Protein: 0.6 g
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Calcium: 22 milligrams (mg)
- Phosphorus: 14 mg
- Iron: 0.9 mg
- Sodium: 18 mg
- Potassium: 111.0 mg
- Copper: 0.03 mg
- Zinc: 0.1 mg
- Beta-carotene: 17 mcg
- Total carotenoids: 90 mcg
- Thiamine (Vitamin B1): 0.02 mg
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): 0.04 mg
- Niacin (Vitamin B3): 0.2 mg
- Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): 22 mg

Benefits of Pineapple For Health

Regular consumption of pineapples has many excellent health benefits. Here are the health benefits of pineapples according to hellosehat.com:

1. Boosts Immunity

Pineapples contain antioxidants, particularly vitamin C, which can help boost immunity, especially against various diseases.

2. Maintains Bone Health

Pineapples contain calcium, which can help maintain bone health. Not only calcium but also copper in pineapples can have a similar effect on bone health.

3. Reduces Cancer Risk

Pineapples contain the enzyme bromelain, which can help boost immunity and reduce the risk of cancer.

4. Aids in Postoperative Wound Healing

Pineapples contain bromelain, which can accelerate the process of postoperative wound healing.

5. Maintains Eye Health

Vitamin C found in pineapples can help maintain eye health.

6. Addresses Digestive Disorders

Pineapples contain bromelain, an enzyme that can help address digestive disorders.

7. Reduces Uric Acid

Pineapples, when made into pineapple juice, can reduce uric acid levels. According to the Barokah and Ramadhan study in 2022, it was concluded that giving pineapple juice had an impact on reducing uric acid levels in the elderly.

Author: Chaerul Amalia, S.P., M.M

References: 

Fika Ayu Barokah, & Eka Ramadhan, G. (2023). Pengaruh Pemberian Jus Nanas Terhadap Penurunan Kadar Asam Urat pada Lansia di RT 05 RW 06 Kelurahan Rempoa Kecamatan Ciputat Timur Kota Tangerang Selatan . SEHATMAS: Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Masyarakat, 2(1), 121–128. https://doi.org/10.55123/sehatmas.v2i1.1119