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Bromelain is an enzyme found in pineapple juice and in the pineapple stem. People use it for medicine. Bromelain is used for reducing swelling (inflammation), especially of the nose and sinuses, after surgery or injury.
Bromelain from pineapple and papain from papaya provide numerous health benefits. Bromelain and papain, enzymes derived from pineapple and papaya, respectively, help digest food and provide numerous additional potential health benefits.Though some of their benefits are similar, scientific studies have revealed certain distinct benefits and uses for these plant-based enzymes.romelain from pineapple and papain from papaya provide numerous health benefits. Bromelain and papain, enzymes derived from pineapple and papaya, respectively, help digest food and provide numerous additional potential health benefits.