PineappleFruit
54
kcal / 100g
76
kcal / 1 RACC
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 54.046596kcal | — |
| Protein | 0.4609375g | 1% |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.2113g | 0% |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 14.0914625g | 5% |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.9346g | 3% |
| Sodium, Na | 0mg | 0% |
Vitamins & Minerals
Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism EU register →
Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones EU register →
Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue EU register →
Manganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue EU register →
Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E EU register →
Vitamin C increases iron absorption EU register →
Diet Compatibility
- VeganYes
Yes — Pineapple is vegan.
Based on Open Food Facts ingredient analysis. How we set this
- VegetarianYes
Yes — Pineapple is vegetarian.
Based on Open Food Facts ingredient analysis. How we set this
- Palm Oil FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is palm oil free.
Based on Open Food Facts ingredient analysis. How we set this
- Gluten-FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is gluten-free.
Based on the ingredient list and allergen data recorded in Open Food Facts. How we set this
- Dairy-FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is dairy-free.
Based on the ingredient list and allergen data recorded in Open Food Facts. How we set this
- Nut-FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is nut-free.
Based on the ingredient list and allergen data recorded in Open Food Facts (covers tree nuts and peanuts). How we set this
- Soy-FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is soy-free.
Based on the ingredient list and allergen data recorded in Open Food Facts. How we set this
- Egg-FreeYes
Yes — Pineapple is egg-free.
Based on the ingredient list and allergen data recorded in Open Food Facts. How we set this
- KetoNo
No — Pineapple is not keto-friendly (13.16 g net carbs per 100g, over the ≤10 g net carbs bar). (may not account for sugar alcohols; per-100g basis is a rougher heuristic than per-serving.)
≤5g net carbs per serving — our bar, not a regulatory standard. How we set this
- Low-CarbYes
Yes — Pineapple is low-carb (13.16 g net carbs per 100g, within the ≤15 g net carbs bar). (may not account for sugar alcohols.)
≤15g net carbs per serving — our bar, not a regulatory standard. How we set this
- Low-SugarUnclear
We can't determine whether Pineapple is low in sugar from the available data — worth a quick check against the label before you buy.
≤5g sugar per serving — our own criterion; the FDA defines none. How we set this
- High-ProteinNo
No — Pineapple is not high in protein (0.4609375 g protein per 100g, below the ≥10 g protein bar).
≥10g protein per serving — FDA 21 CFR 101.54 (≥20% DV). How we set this
- Low-FatYes
Yes — Pineapple is low-fat (0.2113 g fat per 100g, within the ≤3 g fat bar).
≤3g fat per serving — FDA 21 CFR 101.62. How we set this
- Low-CalorieNo
No — Pineapple is not low-calorie (54.046596 kcal per 100g, over the ≤40 kcal bar).
≤40 kcal per serving — FDA 21 CFR 101.60. How we set this
Read the sourced research
Raw pineapple carries about 14.1g total carbs and 0.9g fiber per 100g — roughly 13g net carbs. That's more than most keto plans' entire daily 20-50g net-carb budget in just a couple of small servings, so it doesn't fit well within a strict ketogenic diet. [7]
Fresh pineapple is low-FODMAP up to about 140g (roughly a cup), per Monash University's testing. Bigger portions bring in moderate-to-high amounts of fructans.
Canned pineapple in juice stays low-FODMAP up to about 90-97g, and canned in syrup only up to 65-67g. Dried pineapple is best limited during an elimination phase, since even a 25g portion already carries a moderate fructan load. [8]Whole pineapple is naturally vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free — no animal products or gluten-containing ingredients in the fruit itself. [9]
Pineapple's relevant allergens are bromelain (Ana c 2) and profilin (Ana c 1). True IgE-mediated pineapple allergy is uncommon, though it can show up as oral allergy syndrome or, rarely, anaphylaxis.
Much of pineapple's classic "burning mouth" feeling is non-allergic irritation from bromelain breaking down mouth tissue, combined with the fruit's natural acidity — distinct from a true allergic reaction. [10]Pineapple is one of the fruits linked to latex-fruit syndrome, alongside banana, avocado, kiwi, chestnut, and fig. This is due to proteins the fruit shares with natural rubber latex, which can cross-react in people with a latex allergy. [11]
Health Benefits
Bromelain, a mix of protein-digesting enzymes concentrated mainly in pineapple's stem, has been shown in lab and animal research to reduce activity of inflammatory signals like TNF-α and IL-6. Most of this evidence comes from preclinical studies rather than human trials, so it's not yet established in people. [1]
Clinical trials testing bromelain for osteoarthritis pain exist, but most have been small, uncontrolled, or comparative rather than rigorous placebo-controlled trials. That means bromelain's real effect on arthritis pain and the right dose are still unresolved. [2]
Eating whole pineapple isn't equivalent to taking a bromelain supplement — the fruit's flesh contains much less bromelain than a concentrated extract. Research has found bromelain intake up to about 12g/day tolerated without unwanted side effects, though no specific therapeutic dose has been set. [3]
Eating several servings of pineapple in one sitting has been anecdotally linked to tongue burning, itching or nausea in people sensitive to bromelain, though this hasn't been formally studied. Eating a lot of unripe pineapple is similarly anecdotally tied to stomach upset, nausea and diarrhea. [4]
Lab and animal reviews report bromelain affecting several cancer-related cellular pathways, including tumor-suppressor protein p53 and inflammatory signaling. This anticancer research remains preclinical, with no confirmed benefit shown yet in human clinical trials. [5]
Storage & Buying Tips
Pineapple is non-climacteric, meaning it won't get sweeter once picked. It still softens, changes color, and builds more aroma at room temperature, so buy it ready to eat rather than expecting it to ripen further.
Ripe fruit keeps best at 7-10°C (45-50°F) and 85-90% humidity, good for roughly 2-4 weeks. Partially ripe fruit prefers a slightly warmer 10-13°C at the same humidity.
Below about 7°C, pineapple — especially still-unripe fruit — is prone to chilling injury: dull color, water-soaked flesh, and browning of the core. [6]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you eat pineapple every day safely?
Yes, for most healthy people — pineapple is nutrient-dense and relatively low in calories, according to a Cleveland Clinic dietitian. If you have diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance, keep an eye on its natural sugar content and stick to normal portions.
Eating way more than a typical serving has been linked to mouth and tongue swelling in some people. [12]
Why does pineapple make your tongue burn?
Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme complex that breaks down proteins — including the ones in your mouth's own lining. Combined with the fruit's natural acidity, that enzymatic action is what causes the burning or sore feeling on your tongue.
It's a direct chemical irritation, not an allergic reaction. [10]
Is pineapple safe to eat during early pregnancy?
Yes. There's no real scientific evidence that pineapple causes miscarriage or triggers labor — that idea is anecdotal folklore, not a documented risk.
Bromelain has only triggered uterine contractions when applied directly to tissue in lab and animal studies, never from normal eating. Most of a pineapple's bromelain also sits in the stem and core, not the flesh people actually eat.
One small 2026 observational study of pregnant women in Nigeria found only preliminary, inconclusive signals linking pineapple to cervical ripening — nothing that counts as proof. [13]
Why does fresh pineapple ruin gelatin desserts like Jell-O?
Gelatin is a protein made from collagen, and fresh pineapple's active bromelain enzymes chop up that protein network before it can set. The result: a dessert that never firms into a gel.
Canned pineapple doesn't cause this problem, because the heat used in canning and pasteurization has already deactivated the bromelain. [14]
Does pineapple help with bloating and digestion?
Pineapple's fiber can help keep digestion regular, and bromelain is thought to assist with breaking down dietary protein. Some early research and plenty of anecdotal reports point to less bloating, too.
That said, solid human clinical evidence for a specific digestion or bloating benefit isn't there yet — call it promising, not confirmed. [4]
Is pineapple juice good for you?
Pineapple juice keeps most of the vitamin C and antioxidants, but it loses the fiber you'd get from eating the whole fruit. Pasteurized juice also has little to no active bromelain, since heat processing deactivates the enzyme.
So any digestive-enzyme benefit people associate with pineapple mostly applies to fresh fruit or unpasteurized juice — not the bottled stuff from the shelf. [1]
Found in these products
None of the products in our database currently contain Pineapple.
Sources & Last Updated
Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central, “Pineapple, raw” (Foundation, fdcId 2346398), updated 2026-08-27.
Research reviewed 2026-08-27.
- et al., Frontiers in Nutrition (2026-05-19)
- Brien et al., Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2004-10-05)
- Bromelain: Benefits, risks, sources, and side effects (2018-11-23)
- Healthline — Pineapple: Nutrition, Benefits, and Risks (2018-05-26)
- et al., Biomedical Reports (2016-09-01)
- Pineapple | Postharvest Research and Extension Center
- Pineapple, raw - Nutrients - Foundation | USDA FoodData Central
- Is pineapple FODMAP friendly? (includes safe portions + recipes) - THE IBS DIETITIAN (2023-03-21)
- Fig App — Is pineapple vegan?
- Knox et al., Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (2019) (2019-10-31)
- f210 Pineapple | Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Cleveland Clinic — 7 Reasons Pineapple Is Good for You
- Elendu et al., Medicine (2026-04-16)
- Office for Science and Society — Why can't I use fresh pineapple to make Jell-O? (2018-11-13)