What Is the Scientific Evidence for Bromelain?
While most large enzymes are broken down in the digestive tract, those found in bromelain appear to be absorbed whole to a certain extent. 11-13 This finding makes it reasonable to suppose that bromelain can actually produce systemic (whole body) effects. Once in the blood, bromelain appears to reduce inflammation, “thin” the blood, and affect the immune system. 14-30,43,44 These influences may be responsible for some of bromelain’s therapeutic effects. See also Proteolytic Enzymes for a discussion of combination products that often contain bromelain.
