Why does pineapple make your tongue tingle?

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Why does pineapple make your tongue tingle?

2006-11-27 17:11:16 · 4 answers · asked by the_mcninja 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits

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It contains an enzyme that actually is trying to "digest" the lining of your mouth! Don't worry, it won't cause any real damage, just that uncomfortable feeling. You can try to inactivate the enzyme by soaking the pineapple pieces in a dilute salt solution.

2006-11-27 17:33:42 · answer #1 · answered by Amuse Bouche 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because pineapple is acidic.

2006-12-01 11:04:33 · answer #2 · answered by marie_roberts2001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I am not sure why but i am sure it is acidic but i do know that back in the day they used it primarily as a marinade.

2006-11-27 17:28:17 · answer #3 · answered by GirlWithQuestions 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

acid

2006-11-27 17:18:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋