Anaros (Pineapple)

●  Pineapples are one of the most popular tropical fruits in the world.

●  Fresh pineapple is low in calories.

●  Nonetheless, it is a storehouse for several unique health-promoting compounds, minerals, and vitamins that are essential for optimum health.

●  Fresh pineapples contain 50 calories per 100 grams, which amounts to only 83 calories per cup (165 grams).

●  They consist of water (86%) and carbs (13%), with almost no protein or fat.

●  The oval to cylindrical-shaped, compound fruit develops from many small fruits fused. It is both juicy and fleshy with the stem serving as the fibrous core.

●  The tough, waxy rind may be dark green, yellow, orange-yellow, or reddish when the fruit is ripe.

●  The flesh ranges from nearly white to yellow.

●  In size, the fruits are up to 12 inches long and weigh 1 to 10 pounds or more. Pineapples are delicious when consumed fresh, but they can also be enjoyed as juice, dried, canned, or as an ingredient in various recipes.