The experience of eating freshly cut, sweet pineapple can often be dampened by the feeling of an itchy mouth. But did you know that there are ways to get around it? The itching sensation that often accompanies eating pineapple is caused by an enzyme called bromelain. The itching occurs when bromelain breaks down proteins, and essentially attacks the sensitive areas around your mouth, ie. your tongue, cheeks, and lips on contact. Once the pineapple is chewed and swallowed, though, your saliva and stomach acids stop the reaction from occurring internally. Thank goodness. If you enjoy pineapple but can’t stand the…