One reason: it destroys my mouth.
Sometimes, after a few minutes of eating fresh pineapple, my tongue, lips, and the roof of my mouth become raw and feel like they’re burning.
Others notice how sour a pineapple sometimes tastes, and think it’s the acid that’s tearing up their mouth.
Although pineapples do contain citric acid, which may contribute to discomfort, the acid is not the main culprit.
The truth is, pineapple hurts to eat because bromelain is digesting the tender skin inside of your mouth.
I’ve often gone to bed with a sore mouth, only to wake up the next morning feeling fine and ready for more pineapple.
Heat denatures enzymes in any food, so pineapple that has been cooked will not hurt you (come at me, grilled pineapple). »