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Pineapple (Ananas)

अनानास · అనాసపండు

Tropical fruit rich in bromelain enzyme and vitamin C. Medium GI — the acidity provides some buffering effect on glucose response.

59
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
59
Glycemic Index
7
Glycemic Load
120g
Serving Size
60
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cubed)

Nutrition per Serving

16g
Carbs
0.6g
Protein
0.1g
Fat
1.5g
Fiber
🍎FruitsSouth IndianNorth IndianKeralaveganSeasonal (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul)

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Eat fresh rather than canned (canned pineapple in syrup has much higher GI). A small portion as part of a fruit salad is fine.

GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database

Lower-GI Alternatives

Try these instead for better blood sugar control

Papaya

पपीता · బొప్పాయి

Tropical fruit rich in vitamin A and digestive enzymes. Medium GI but moderate glycemic load per serving.

South IndianNorth IndianKerala
GL 760 kcal1 medium bowl (cubed)

Guava (Amrood)

अमरूद · జామ పండు

One of the best fruits for diabetics in India. Very low GI, extremely high in vitamin C, and good fiber content.

North IndianSouth Indian
GL 268 kcal1 medium guava