Bromelain, 2400 GDU

A natural and healthy response for inflammation.

What is Bromelain?

Bromelain is a mixture of enzymes found naturally in the juice and stems of pineapples. Called a proteolytic enzyme, bromelain is believed to help with the digestion of protein.

What does Bromelain do?

When used for as a digestive aid, bromelain is usually taken with meals. When used for inflammatory conditions, practitioners typically recommend taking bromelain between meals on an empty stomach to maximize absorption.

Bromelain may reduce swelling, bruising, healing time, and pain following surgery and physical injuries. It is often used to reduce inflammation associated with tendinitis, sprains and strains, and other minor muscle injuries.

Research indicates that Bromelain may:

• May support healthy immune function
• May support healthy skin
• Commonly used for relieving pain associated with muscle sprains and strains
• Aids in the digestion of proteins
• Known to have blood thinning properties

You can also find Bromelain in one of our anti-inflammatory supplements simply called Quercetin with Bromlain.

Ingredients

** Daily Value has not been established.

Other Ingredients: Gelatin, White Rice, Magnesium Stearate

Contains NO Gluten

Dosage

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement take 1 to 3 capsules daily with a glass of water and food. Take consistently each day for best results.

Cautions

Some of the more common side effects of bromelain include indigestion, nausea and diarrhea. Other side effects may include vomiting, increased heart rate, drowsiness and abnormal uterine bleeding or heavy menstruation. Bromelain has resulted in allergic reactions and asthma symptoms, including breathing problems, tightness in the throat, skin hives, rash or itchy skin. People with allergies to pineapples should avoid bromelain. Allergic reactions may also occur in people with allergies to latex, carrot, celery, fennel, rye, wheat, papain, bee venom or grass, birch or cypress pollens. People with peptic ulcers should not use bromelain. People with other digestive disorders should consult a qualified healthcare professional before using bromelain. Theoretically, bromelain may increase the risk of bleeding, so people with bleeding disorders and those taking medication that can increase the risk of bleeding should only use bromelain under the supervision of their physician. It should not be taken two weeks before or after dental procedures or surgery. The safety of bromelain in pregnant or nursing women, children or people with liver or kidney disease isn't known.

As always, consult your physician before taking supplements, especially if you have a medical or psychiatric condition, or are pregnant or lactating.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Manufacturer
NP