Glossary

Herbs and Spices

Fruits and Vegetables

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Pepperoncini Peppers

These pickled peppers are usually bought canned. Typically used for salads.
Pineapples

Pineapples are one of the most popular tropical fruits in the world. They are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin C, manganese, copper and folate. Pineapples are also the only source of the plant compound bromelain. Bromelain is associated with many health benefits, such as enhanced immune function, cancer prevention, improved wound healing and better gut health.
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