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BROMELAIN
DESCRIPTION
Bromelain is an enzyme derived from pineapple juice, that clots milk
and lyses (breaks up) protein.
BIOCHEMISTRY
Bromelain's potency is measured in gelatin-digesting units (GDU).
PHYSIOLOGY
Bromelain is a powerful anti-inflammatory and protein-digesting enzyme.
It inhibits platelet aggravation and dissolves fibrin clots, according to
Hans A. Nieper. Oral administration of the enzymes bromelain, papain or
amylase, or combinations of them, induces synthesis of anticancer
compounds called cyto-kines (tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-1
beta and interleukin-6) in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells when
first incubated out of the body with interferon-gamma. Similar results
were obtained in vitro, applying all of the compounds simultaneously.
INDICATIONS
Poor digestion of protein, and inflammation due to injury or surgery.
Bromelain is used as adjunctive therapy to reduce inflammation and edema,
and to accelerate tissue repair.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
300 to 500 mg (based on 2,000 GDU/gram), one to three times daily.
Taken after meals, Bromelain helps break down proteins for easier
digestion. It is taken between meals for its anti-inflammatory action.
TOXICITY, CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
Contraindicated in the presence of gastric ulcers or irritation. Can
cause allergic reactions and skin irritation. No toxicity.