Food
Fresh Pineapple (Bromelain)
An enzyme-rich fruit that may help reduce swelling and inflammation.
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🌱 What it is
Fresh pineapple contains bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme concentrated near the stem and fruit core.
📜 Where it comes from
Pineapple was long valued in its native Central and South America before European explorers brought it back in the sixteenth century, and traditional folk use included eating the fruit for digestive troubles. Scientists isolated its enzyme, bromelain, in the twentieth century, which led to focused interest in the fruit's traditional reputation for easing swelling and supporting digestion.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May help ease swelling and joint discomfort
- Naturally sweet and easy to enjoy
- Supplement form available for consistent dosing
🥄 How to use it
Eat about half a fresh (not canned) pineapple daily, or take 6-8 bromelain tablets as directed on the label.
How much: About 1/2 fresh pineapple daily, or 6-8 bromelain tablets (per label dosing) daily.
Why it works: Bromelain may help reduce swelling and support the body's natural response to inflammationThe body's natural response to injury — like redness, swelling, or heat around a sore spot. More →.
⚠️ Cautions
- Avoid canned pineapple, which may contain added aluminum from processing.
- Bromelain may increase bleeding risk — avoid high doses before surgery or if on blood thinners.
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