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Calories in Pineapple
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1 cup pineapple chunks (5.8 ounces) =
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- 85 calories
- 22 g carbohydrate
- 1 g protein
- 0.2 g fat
- 2.3 g fiber
Pineapples Nutrition Facts
- Excellent source of manganese and vitamin C
- Good source of vitamin B1, copper, fiber, and vitamin B6
Snack on 1 cup of pineapple and you'll get:
- 128% of the daily value (DV) manganese
- 40% DV of vitamin C
- 9% DV vitamin B1
- 8.5% DV copper
- 7% DV fiber
- 6.5% DV vitamin B6
Pineapple Nutrition Facts for Diabetics
Pineapple glycemic index: 66
This means pineapple is digested and absorbed fairly quickly and results in a relatively quick rise in blood sugar.
However, this doesn't mean you need to avoid pineapple if you have diabetes.
It does mean:
- Avoid overeating pineapple in one sitting. Stick to 1/2 cup portion.
- Avoid eating pineapple all by itself. Eat it as part of a meal. That is, eat it at the same time you eat other foods. A little protein with it (e.g., cottage cheese, plain nonfat yogurt, etc.) will slow digestion and the effect pineapple has on blood sugar.
Simple Serving Suggestions
- Add to pizza.
- Dice and add to salsa.
- Grill on a skewer and dip in fruit flavored lowfat yogurt.
- Skewers with chicken and red and green peppers. Serve over rice.
- Add crushed pineapple to nonfat cream cheese for a tasty spread.
- Add slices to teriyaki sauce to make a marinade for chicken.
- Add slices to burger patties just before serving.
- Add tidbits to tuna salad, chicken salad, or egg salad.
- Blend with plain yogurt, banana, and ice for an fruit smoothie.
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