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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.
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