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Bromelain

(from) Ananas comosus

Enzyme, Anti‑inflammatory

Bromelain is an enzyme from pineapple commonly used for inflammation support, recovery, and digestion (protein breakdown). It’s often taken between meals for inflammation routines or with meals for digestion.

Key Benefits

Supports protein digestion when taken with meals.
Used in inflammation and recovery routines (supplement use).
Sometimes used for sinus/respiratory swelling comfort routines.

Common Issues It May Help With

Post-exercise soreness/recovery routines.
Indigestion (protein-heavy meals) routines.
Sinus congestion/swelling comfort routines.

How To Use (Simple)

With food: for digestive enzyme support (follow label).
Between meals: used in some inflammation support routines.
Often paired with turmeric/ginger in recovery blends.

Taste / Notes

Usually in capsules; food source is pineapple.

Evidence Level

Moderate evidence for certain inflammation and recovery uses; effect varies by dose/product.

Cautions

Avoid if allergic to pineapple. Use caution before surgery. Can increase bleeding risk in some people and may cause GI upset.

Interactions

Use caution with blood thinners/antiplatelets and NSAIDs (potential bleeding risk).

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