Posted on 27th May 2010 @ 2:14 AM

Bromelain

Can fruit extracts help reduce inflammation in our body as well? Certainly fruits are good for our body. Taking appropriate servings daily nourishes our body, making us healthy and beautiful inside-out. However, Bromelain, a powerful enzyme extracted from the stem and juices of pineapples functions extraordinarily. It acts mainly in reducing inflammation, hastens wound healing and aids in protein digestion. Fighting deadly diseases such as stroke and cancer is very promising.

A tremendous healing power of Bromelain supplements are highly sought by most experts. As this is considered an effective treatment for pain and swelling caused by injurious sports, surgery and infections. Studies proved that Bromelain is the best cure for swelling and athletic injuries. Recommended dose ranges from 80-120 mg taken two to three times daily.

People who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis can benefit much from Bromelain’s natural healing effect, taking 1,200 to 1,800 mg daily helps relieve painful inflammation and improves breathing. Sinusitis is a common problem experienced by many of us, but did you know that antibiotics accompanied with Bromelain supplements have synergistic effect, meaning benefits and potency increases two-folds.

Bromelain supplements prevent occurrence of certain disease such as angina, asthma and stroke as it inhibit the clumping of platelets, thereby preventing artery blockage resulting to good body circulation.  It is important to consult a doctor first before taking Bromelain supplements particularly those people having heart disease. Primarily because Bromelain interferes with the action of blood thinner drugs and may increase heart rate.

For instance, combining Bromelain with other drugs such as antibiotics, anti-hypertension and chemotherapeutic drugs can increase drug absorption. People with cancer can benefit much from this dietary supplement achieving a successful goal. However, precaution is a must while taking these drugs: blood-thinner, anti-inflammation, and herbal drugs such as Garlic, Ginkgo biloba, Saw Palmeto and high doses of Vitamin E.

Prementrual syndrome (PMS) is a health condition that most women undergo. They often experience irritability, headache, anxiety and dysmenorrhea. Because of these, difficulty in daily activities is a big problem for them. Using Bromelain supplements can help them function normally, as it prevents hormones responsible for pain, but studies also shown that it may actually increase blood menstruation.

Recommended Dietary Allowance for Bromelain is 1,000 mg taken three times daily in an empty stomach, showing no toxic effects at all. Available in tablet and topic cream.

Always take note that soybeans and potatoes can interfere with its absorption, whereby, magnesium, may increase its effect.

People who have allergies with pineapples, celery, carrots, latex and grass pollen should avoid Bromelain, as allergic and asthmatic reaction was reported. Diarrhea and stomach upset are the most common side-effect of Bromelain. It is a well-known dietary supplement that has an astounding effect against Cancer, Heart Disease, and other inflammatory condition causing excruciating pain.

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