What should not be eaten with pineapple?

Jul 26, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have a friend who is 25 years old and has always felt that her skin is dark, so she eats pineapple every day. However, she recently heard that certain foods should not be consumed with pineapple. Doctor, what foods should not be eaten with pineapple?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua

Pineapple is not recommended to be consumed with the following foods:

1. Milk and other dairy products: Bromelain in pineapple may react with the proteins in milk, causing protein denaturation, affecting taste, and potentially causing indigestion, especially for individuals with sensitive digestive systems.

2. White radish: The vitamin C in pineapple may react with vitamin C oxidase in radish, reducing nutritional value and potentially promoting the conversion of flavonoid substances in pineapple into compounds that are harmful to health.

3. Avoid consuming large amounts of high-protein foods simultaneously: Due to the action of bromelain, consuming a large quantity of pineapple followed immediately by a large intake of protein-rich foods (such as meat, soy products, etc.) may affect protein digestion and absorption, causing gastrointestinal discomfort.

When consuming pineapple, avoid eating it with the above foods simultaneously to ensure good health. Also, although pineapple is nutritious, it should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive intake that may lead to physical discomfort.