Pineapple
Next to bananas, pineapple is the second most popular tropical fruit consumed in the U.S. It is the only bromeliad (flowering) fruit in widespread cultivation and was named for its resemblance to a pine cone. Pineapple is a multiple fruit, the flowers connect helically along the axis, each producing a fleshy fruit that press against each other to form what appears to be a single unit.
A flourishing source of energy
Pineapple is a wonderful source of the trace mineral manganese (91%DV in a single cup serving) which, along with its 9%DV of Thiamin (B1), is an essential cofactor for energy production and antioxidant defenses. The significant amounts of vitamin C (94%DV) contribute to antioxidant protection and immune support. Anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits come from bromelain, a complex mixture of substances extracted from the stem and core fruit that are still being studied in more depth. Pineapple is also a wonderful source for dietary fiber, vitamin B6, and copper, which is neccessary for growth, development and maintenance of bone, connective tissue, brain, heart, and other organs.
Sources:- Maurer HR. Bromelain: biochemistry, pharmacology and medical use. Cell Mol Life Sci 2001 Aug;58(9):1234-45 2001.
- The Queensland Institute of Medical Research,. Pineapple stems that show anti-tumour activity. Medical Research News, July 19, 2005.
- Self Nutrition Data
How do you ensure product quality on the line?
At Townsend Farms, quality and safety is of utmost importance. We approach our entire business from a family consumption perspective. To ensure the quality of what's inside each frozen bag as well as the bag itself, our Quality Team removes 6 bags every 20 minutes from the line to review package and product integrity. Through this system, any issues are able to be resolved immediately.
I'm not a fan of your reclosable package, can you redesign?
Although we regret you were not 100% satisfied, we are happy to inform you that we are on the verge of launching a revamped package design in September. These new, consumer-friendly packages will feature a zipper-style opening that can be pulled on either side.
