Pineapple provides an abundant supply of vitamins, all of which are retained in the dehydrated fruit such as Vitamins A, B, C, and E as well as B Complex group vitamins Thiamine and Folates. Minerals including manganese, copper & potassium are found in significant quantities alongside dietary fiber. Current thinking in dietary nutrition considers Glycemic Index (GI) which is the rate at which carbohydrate is released into the bloodstream. Low GI foods are regarded as more beneficial and dehydrated pineapple is regarded as having a medium GI
Here's a typical breakdown:
Calories: Around 300-350 kcal
Carbohydrates: Approximately 70-80g (mostly sugars)
Sugars: 60-70g
Fiber: 5-7g
Protein: 2-4g
Fat: Less than 1g
Vitamins and Minerals: While some are lost during processing, they can still contain:
Vitamin C
Manganese
Potassium
Some B vitamins