Pineapple Health Facts: Bromelain, Bloating & Nutrition

Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that can aid digestion and reduce bloating, though it may cause a numb mouth. Explore the nutritional value of the core and discover the truth about trendy new varieties like Pink Pineapple.

What Type of Acid Is in a Pineapple?

Published Aug,26 2011 | By James Young

The best pineapple varieties ripen fruit with a perfect balance of acid and sugar. If a pineapple contains too much acid, the fruit quality falls. The acid-to-sugar ratio of the fruit helps determine whether a specific cultivar produces fruit for canning or for fresh use.

James Young began writing in 1969 as a military journalist combat correspondent in Vietnam. Young's articles have been published in "Tai Chi Magazine," "Seattle Post-Intelligencer," Sonar 4 ezine, "Stars & Stripes" and "Fine Woodworking." He has worked as a foundryman, woodturner, electronics technician, herb farmer and woodcarver. Young graduated from North Seattle Community College with an associate degree in applied science and electronic technology.