Bromelain: Definition and Health Benefits of Bromelain

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Bromelain

By James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.

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Medicinal Use: Arthritis, burns, cancer, cardiovascular disease, protein digestion, injuries, respiratory mucus, surgery recovery, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, sinusitis, and prostatitis

Parts Used: Stem of pineapple

Form Used: Capsules, tablet

Potential Side Effects: Avoid combining with pharmaceutical blood thinners.

Comments: It's a natural anti-inflammatory when taken between meals and aids protein digestion when taken with meals.

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