Pineapple

Yes we grow lots of pineapples.
The local variety is small, hard and sour, so last year we invested in 40 improved variety, much like we get at home. This is one of them.
Great thing about them is that once you sow they just grow and grow, producing sprouts with which you can multiply your numbers.

A Pineapple a Day — Why It’s Super


Fun fact: The pineapple got its name in English because of its resemblance to a pinecone, but in many Europen countries, it’s called some derivative of annas which comes from the Paraguayan word nana, meaning "exquisite fruit." (And we agree!) Pineapple is native to South and Central America and is known there for its anti-inflammatory benefits. Bromelain, an enzyme found in the juice and stem of pineapples, has been used medicinally since ancient times to help reduce inflammation, lessen hay fever symptoms, slow blood clotting, and even enhance the absorption of antibiotics. More than just anti-inflammation, researchers suggest bromelain can be used to control the growth of tumors and malignant cells.

If that’s not awesome enough, pineapple is packed with good fiber to help digestion, vitamin C to boost that immune system, and one cup of diced pineapple is only 77 calories — not bad! But beware — that same cup will run you a little over 16 grams of sugar. That’s almost half the daily recommendation of sugar in just one snack (albeit a delicious one). Because of its sugar value, try to not eat the entire pineapple in one sitting – or if you do, keep the rest of your sugar consumption in check during the day.