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    How can I tell if a pineapple is ripe?
    Randall Chambers
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    Randall (Randy) Chambers is a Personal Chef and the Owner of Luxury Meals From Home based in Arvada, Colorado. He has more than 16 years of commercial kitchen experience, five years of sous chef experience, and two years of experience as an executive chef. Chef Randy draws inspiration from his half Bolivian background and his forte is South American cuisine. He holds an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts from The Art Institute.
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    What I recommend is to press the indentation on the bottom of the pineapple. If it has some leeway, it's likely ripe!
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    How do I relive an itching tongue after pineapple?
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    Drink water or milk until the sensation goes away.
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    What do pineapples taste like?
    Community Answer
    Pineapples taste sweet and tropical, and can have a tangy acidic bite.
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    How do I make pineapple pancakes?
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    To make pineapple pancakes, just substitute any water you use with pineapple juice, and add pineapple chunks to the batter itself.
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    How much pineapple should I eat per day?
    Community Answer
    As pineapples are quite high in sugar, you shouldn't eat more than a few slices daily.
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    Do I eat the center core of a pineapple slice?
    Community Answer
    No. It tastes awful and is extremely tough. Remove the core from your pineapple!
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    Can I be allergic to pineapple?
    Community Answer
    Yes, pineapple is within the range of food allergies that people experience. Your doctor can confirm this through a blood or skin test.
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    Pineapple burns my tongue when I eat it. What is the remedy for this?
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    If pineapple is burning your tongue, it may be a sign of an allergic reaction. Try an over-the-counter allergy medicine to alleviate discomfort.
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    What is pineapple good for?
    John
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    Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that aids digestion and supports immunity. It is also rich in vitamin C.
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    Where can I grow a pineapple?
    John
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    Pineapples grow in tropical and subtropical regions, mainly in Brazil, the Philippines, Thailand, and India.
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    Why does pineapple taste sweet?
    John
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    Pineapple tastes sweet because it contains high amounts of natural sugars (fructose and glucose). Its sugar content increases as it ripens, making it taste sweeter.
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    What benefits do I get from eating pineapple?
    John
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    Pineapple contains bromelain, which aids digestion, boosts immunity, and provides vitamin C and antioxidants. It may also help reduce inflammation.
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