Bromelain is a digestive enzyme found in the stem and fruit of the pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). It is best known as a digestive aid and for its anti-inflammatory effects. Bromelain is used successfully to help treat a number of disorders including heart disease, arthritis, upper respiratory tract infection and Peyronie's disease.
We use this enzyme in our Xtend-Life formulas to enhance the bioavailability of the other ingredients with which it is combined.
Bromelain inhibits the aggregation (clumping) of platelets, and so might help prevent heart disease caused by plaque formation that could lead to a heart attack. It has been studied for its effectiveness in treating angina and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), both alone and in combination with other therapies.