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Fast facts on pineapples
- Pineapples may help in a range of conditions, including asthma and diabetes
- One cup of pineapple contains 82 calories and 131 percent of daily vitamin C needs
- Pineapple can be added to kebabs, smoothies, and a whole range of salads
- Pineapples should be picked when ripe because they do not continue to ripen once removed from the plant
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Age-related macular degeneration
- A higher intake of all fruits (3 or more servings per day) has also been shown to decrease risk of and progression of age-related macular degeneration.
Heart health
The fiber, potassium, and vitamin C content in pineapple all support heart health.
In one study, those who consumed 4,069 milligrams of potassium per day had a 49 percent lower risk of death from ischemic heart disease compared with those who consumed less potassium (about 1,000 milligrams per day).
High potassium intakes are also associated with a reduced risk of stroke, protection against loss of muscle mass, preservation of bone mineral density, and reduction in the formation of kidney stones.
