Pining for pineapple


  • Health
  • Thursday, 13 Feb 2003

GONG Xi Fa Cai to all our Chinese readers. Pineapple in Hokkien is ong lai which signifies prosperity. Pineapple tarts have become a popular cookie served during Chinese New Year to symbolise prosperity. 

Pineapples can be grown easily. The fruit is formed from a composite head of numerous flowers. Besides its healing and cleansing qualities, it possesses many health-giving properties. However, some people are allergic to pineapple. In any circumstances, too much pineapple is also not good for you. 

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