Nutritional Value Of Queen Ananas Comosus, Cayenne Ananas Comosus, Md2- Golden Yellow Ananas Comosus Cultivated In Vietnam

Abstract

Pineapple (A.Comosus), specifically Queen pineapple (Ananas comosus var. Queen), Smooth Cayenne pineapple (Ananas comosus var. Cayenne), and Super sweet honey pineapple (Ananas comosus var. MD2) are three varieties of pineapple grown widely and most commonly consumed in Vietnam. The samples in this study were collected from Kien Giang, Daklak, Phu Yen, Tien Giang, Dong Thap provinces in Vietnam. This study used standard food analysis methods to analyze macronutrient, phytochemical, anti-nutrient, micronutrient contents of three selected pineapple varieties. Some nutritional values of Vietnam pineapple that are superior to some published articles include carbohydrates in QAC (11.02±2.55 g/100 g), vitamin C in CAC and QAC (31.1± 0.2 and 30.2±0.2 mg/100 g), respectively), vitamin B6 in MD2 (0.185±0.06 mg/100 g), and chloride in QAC and CAC (300±3.72 and 340±3.27 mg/ 100 g, respectively). Among the three selected pineapple varieties, CAC dominated in TPC (21.93 ± 2.72 mg/100g), TFC (6.145 ± 0.766 mg/100g) and QAC had the highest IC50 (162.7 ± 0.242 μg/mL) and bromelain (1.563 ± 0.031 UI/g) values. In addition, the anti-nutrient content of oxalates in all three varieties was much higher than other journals. The results indicate that pineapple cultivars cultivated in Vietnam possess a high concentration of nutrients that contribute to Vietnamese cuisine and can serve as a healthy snack for individuals aiming to lose weight. The results of this research can be used as basic information for companies, businesses and individuals in selecting and using different pineapple varieties in Vietnam.