The Basics On Bromelain
What is Bromelain?
Bromelain is an extract from the pineapple plant stem, fruit, and juice that is a protein-digesting enzyme mixture.
What are other names for Bromelain?
BROMELAIN, BROMELAIN, JUICE, BROMELAIN, STEM, BROMELIN ANANASE, FRUIT BROMELAIN, and JUICE BROMELAIN
What is Bromelain used for?
Bromelain helps to gently exfoliate the skin and also has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.
How Bromelain is classified
Plant Extracts, Exfoliant
Recommendations for using Bromelain during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Bromelain During Pregnancy
What we know about using Bromelain while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Bromelain from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Bromelain
VitaMedica Bromelain with Quercetin; Youth To The People Yerba Mate Resurfacing + Exfoliating Energy Facial with Enzymes;Glow Recipe Pineapple-C Brightening Serum;Saturday Skin Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel;Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Clinical Grade Resurfacing Liquid Peel;Virtue Exfoliating Scalp Treatment
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
