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Bromelain
Description: Bromelain is an enzyme group which is used for digesting proteins. It is one of the few enzymes which is absorbed well by the body.1
Bromelain is also an effective anti-inflammatory for treatment of minor injuries such as bruising and sprains.2 It also appears to be effective in reducing post-operative swelling3 and episiotomy pain after childbirth.4
In addition, preliminary studies show that it may be useful in the treatment of sinusitis,5 arthritis,6 and as a blood thinner.7
Bromelain may help alleviate the symptoms of urinary tract infections.8

Natural Sources: Pineapple stem.

Useful in treatment of: athletic injuries, dysmenorrhea, episiotomy pain after childbirth, rheumatoid arthritis, sinusitis, surgical recovery, thrombophlebitis, urinary tract infections.

Recommended Dosage: 250 to 500 mg three times per day, (1200 to 1800 MCU-milk clotting units)between meals, unless it is being used as a digestive aid.9

Contraindications: Should not be used with blood thinners.

References:

1Izaka K, Yamada M, Kawano T, Suyama T. Gastrointestinal absorption and anti-inflammatory effect of bromelain. Jpn J Pharmacol 1972;22:519–34.
2Masson M. Bromelain in the treatment of blunt injuries to the musculoskeletal system. A case observation study by an orthopedic surgeon in private practice. Fortschr Med 1995;113(19):303–6.
3Seltzer AP. Minimizing post-operative edema and ecchymoses by the use of an oral enzyme preparation (bromelain). EENT Monthly 1962;41:813–17.
4Zatuchni GI, Colombi DJ. Bromelains therapy for the prevention of episiotomy pain. Obstet Gynecol 1967;29:275–78.
5Ryan RE. A double-blind clinical evaluation of bromelains in the treatment of acute sinusitis. Headache 1967;7:13–17.
6Cohen A, Goldman J. Bromelains therapy in rheumatoid arthritis. Pennsylvania Med J 1964;67:27–30.
7Heinicke R, van der Wal L, Yokoyama M. Effect of bromelain (Ananase) on human platelet aggregation. Experientia 1972;28:844–45.
8Mori S, Ojima Y, Hirose T, et al. The clinical effect of proteolytic enzyme containing bromelain and trypsin on urinary tract infection evaluated by double blind method. Acta Obstet Gynaec Jap 1972;19:147–53.
9Murray MT. The Healing Power of Herbs. Prima Health, 1995;p.60-69.
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