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# gluten-free, non-GMO, vegetarian 500mg bromelain enzyme enteric-coated for targeted release Life Extension Specially-Coated Bromelain – Bromelain Proteolytic Enzyme Extract From Pineapple Supplement Pills For Joint Health – Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Vegetarian – 60 Enteric-Coated Tablets

**Brand:** life extension
**Price:** 6798 kr
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## Summary

> 🍍 Unlock natural joint comfort with science-backed bromelain power!

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## Best For

- life extension enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted life extension brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Inflammation Defense:** Supports a healthy inflammatory response to keep you moving comfortably through your busy days.
- • **Smart Enteric Coating:** Ensures bromelain bypasses stomach acid for maximum absorption and joint health benefits.
- • **Clean & Conscious Formula:** Gluten-free, non-GMO, and vegetarian tablets crafted with premium ingredients for mindful wellness.
- • **Clinically Potent 500mg Dose:** Delivers a powerful proteolytic enzyme extract from pineapple stem to support your joints.
- • **Trusted Quality & Transparency:** Made in the USA with Certificate of Analysis available—because your health deserves the best.

## Overview

Life Extension Specially-Coated Bromelain offers 500mg of a clinically studied proteolytic enzyme extracted from pineapple stem, designed to support joint health and a healthy inflammatory response. Its enteric coating protects the enzyme from stomach acid, ensuring effective absorption. This gluten-free, non-GMO, vegetarian supplement comes in a 60-tablet supply, made in the USA with premium ingredients and rigorous quality standards.

## Description

Specially-Coated Bromelain is a novel joint health supplement. It contains 500 mg of bromelain proteolytic enzyme extracted from pineapple stem that’s clinically studied to help promote a healthy inflammatory response and joint comfort. Our bromelain supplement is enterically coated to keep it from activating in the digestive system. Specially-Coated Bromelain contains 60 enteric-coated vegetarian tablets, enough for a 1-to-2-month supply. This formula is gluten-free and made with non-GMO ingredients.

Review: مفيد جدا لالام الظهر ممتاز
Review: Very high quality bromelain -works great on an empty stomach. Bromelain is a protein-digesting (proteolytic) enzyme complex found in the fruit and, in higher concentrations, in the stem of the pineapple (Ananas comosus). It is able to hydrolyze or break down a wide variety of protein types in a range of both acid and alkaline environments. Originally isolated in the late 1800s, bromelain can play a key role in digestion, and perhaps more importantly, its properties have prompted many practitioners to use it as an agent in wound healing and the prevention of illness and irritation decades. What Does Bromelain Do? Put simply, bromelain breaks down protein. This has fairly obvious benefits when you consider that many of the foods you eat contain high amounts of protein and they have been thoroughly cooked, destroying most of the naturally occurring enzymes. As a proteolytic enzyme it assists the body’s own digestive mechanisms in reducing very large, complex protein molecules into smaller peptide units or individual amino acids. These smaller components are crucial for your own production of muscle, neurotransmitters, and other protein-based molecules that your body produces. Many of bromelain’s benefits; however, are actually based on absorption of the intact enzyme in the small intestine; it is this absorption makes possible its systemic effects such as reducing redness. The Health Benefits of Bromelain Traditionally societies in South America have used pineapples to reduce digestive upset and reduce irrtation. Here are some of the other amazing health benefits of this enzyme, as well as the studies that support the benefits of bromelain: 1. Swelling and Redness Bromelain was approved in Europe as an effective remedy for swelling after surgery. Research shows that the bromelain enzyme may lower swelling, stop bruising, speed up healing time, and reduce discomfort in individuals following surgical procedures. One double-blind study of over 150 women who received episiotomies (surgical cuts in the perineum) during childbirth, found that women given large servings of oral bromelain over a period of 3 days, beginning 4 hours after delivery, showed a huge decrease in swelling, and discomfort. Ninety percent of women taking the supplement showed excellent recovery compared to 44% of women in the placebo group. 2. Sinus Discomfort Bromelain is one of the most popular supplements in European countries such as Germany, where it is commonly used for sinus discomfort. Some research suggests that bromelain was effective at reducing discomfort and swelling. 3. Topical Applications for Burns Due to its beneficial properties, bromelain is currently being studied for topical applications for burns. Recent lab studies on animals show that bromelain helps slough off dead tissue from third-degree burns. Other studies shows its effective topical use in people with second- and third-degree burns. 4. Insect Bites and Stings Bromelain may be applied topically to lower swelling and reduce discomfort associated with insect bites and stings. 5. Reduced Swelling After Sports Injuries Studies show that bromelain may speed up healing time after a physical or sports injury. Taking it has been linked to reduced swelling related to sprains, strains, bruises, and other minor muscle injuries. 6. Osteoarthritis Bromelain may also help relieve mild discomfort related to osteoarthritis. In fact, it is a common ingredient in most natural supplements for sore joints and muscles. 7. Varicose Veins and Hemorrhoids This enzyme has been used in alternative medicine to promote cardiovascular health and hemorrhoids and other conditions of the veins. 8. Sinusitis There are several studies that suggest bromelain may help reduce coughing and lessen mucus related to sinusitis, as well as reduce the swelling and redness that accompany hay fever. The German Commission E approved the bromelain enzyme for aiding imbalances of the ear, nose and throat that occur after surgery. It is also approved for reducing general sinus infection swelling. 9. Indigestion and Heartburn Because of its protease capacities, this enzyme may reduce indigestion and heartburn. Studies show that it is particularly effective when used in combination with other enzymes like amylase (which digests carbohydrates) and lipase (which digests fat). Other studies show its ability to reduce bloating, gas and other symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. 10. Helps Balance the Acidity of the Stomach Research shows that Bromelain can help balance the acidity of the stomach, as well as the alkalinity of the small intestine. A recent lab study confirms that this enzyme may help ease harmful organism related diarrhea. Another study suggests that it may be an up-and-coming natural remedy for IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) 11. May Boost Overall Immune Strength Bromelain may boost overall immune strength in the human body. One German clinical study of 16 breast cancer patients found that oral supplementation of bromelain could help stimulate immune function in women. Other studies suggest that it may also boost the amount of certain immune system hormones, called cytokines (made in our white blood cells). Recent studies suggest that bromelain may help relieve some of the standard cancer side effects related to lowered immunity. 12. May Stop Blood Platelets From Clotting Several laboratory and animal studies suggest that bromelain may stop blood platelets from clotting. This is exciting research in the direction of its effects on heart health. 13. Bronchitis, Pneumonia and Urinary Tract Infections Animal studies suggest that bromelain possesses action against harmful organisms, and it may be effective for ailments resulting from their presence. Understanding the Units of Measurement for Bromelain on a supplement label Bromelain is a plant-source Protease whose activity is measured in PU (Papain Units). One FCC-PU (Plant Proteolytic Analytical Method) is defined in the assay as that quantity of enzyme that liberates the equivalent of 1 µg (microgram) of tyrosine per hour under the conditions of the assay. This procedure is also determines the proteolytic activity of ficin and bromelain. It is based on a 60 minute proteolytic hydrolysis of a casein substrate at pH 6.0 and 40°C. Soluble casein is then measured spectrophotometrically at 280nm. The FCC notation stands for Foods Chemical Codex, and is a division of USP (United States Pharmacopeia). It sets standards for ingredients. In the case of enzymes, FCC is a standard assay used to accurately determine the activity of enzymes. The current compendium is FCC VI. Bromelain can be standardized on supplement labels as gelatin digesting units (GDU/gram), milk clotting units (MCU), Rorer units (RU), Bromelain Tyrosine Units (BTU/ gram), Casein Digestion Units (CDU/mg) or FIP units. Example: Bromelain at 1000 GDU/g would be equal to a 15,000,000 FCC PU/g potency.

## Features

- Supports a healthy inflammatory response—Bromelain, a mixture of proteases extracted from the stem of the pineapple, inhibits inflammatory factors to support joint health.
- Joint health & function—Bromelain promotes joint function and comfort. Because of its effect on fluid regulation, bromelain also promotes healthy blood viscosity and platelet aggregation.
- Enteric-coated—Our Specially-Coated Bromelain formula is enterically coated to keep it from activating in the stomach as a digestive enzyme (instead of promoting joint health).
- Ingredients matter—We use only the finest raw ingredients with the quality and purity you deserve. The majority of our products are non-GMO, gluten-free and manufactured in the USA—and a Certificate of Analysis is available for every one.
- Live your healthiest life—We believe the answers to a healthier life are within reach, and that scientific research is the key to getting us there. That’s why so many of our formulas feature specific ingredients and amounts based on scientific studies.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0018EB2KO |
| ASIN  | B0018EB2KO |
| Additives | Calcium (as calcium carbonate) |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Allergen Information | Gluten Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,583 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #28 in Enzyme Nutritional Supplements |
| Brand | Life Extension |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (672) |
| Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (672) |
| Date First Available | 6 August 2012 |
| Format | Tablet |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 01203 |
| Manufacturer  | Life Extension |
| Product Dimensions  | 5.13 x 5.13 x 9.22 cm; 95.25 g |
| Product Name | Bromelain Proteolytic Enzyme Extract Suplement |
| Serving Recommendation | Take one (1) tablet once or twice daily on an empty stomach, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. |
| Units | 60 Count |
| Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Life Extension
- **Diet type:** Vegetarian
- **Flavour:** Unflavored
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 5.1 x 5.1 x 9.2 centimeters
- **Item form:** Tablet
- **Item weight:** 0.21 Pounds
- **Primary supplement type:** Calcium
- **Product benefits:** Inhibits inflammation to support joint health
- **Special ingredients:** Calcium (as calcium carbonate)
- **Unit count:** 60 Count

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What does a bromelain supplement do?**
A: An enterically coated bromelain supplement will get past your digestive system, where it can help support a healthy inflammatory response to promote joint health.

**Q: How does bromelain support joint health?**
A: Bromelain has fluid-regulating properties and can help inhibit inflammatory factors to support joint health—both attributes play a role in bromelain’s benefits for joint health.

**Q: What foods are high in bromelain?**
A: Pineapple is one food that is high in bromelain. In fact, bromelain is a combination of several compounds which are derived from pineapple stem.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by H***N on 30 July 2024*

مفيد جدا لالام الظهر ممتاز

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by Q***T on 21 June 2015*

Very high quality bromelain -works great on an empty stomach. Bromelain is a protein-digesting (proteolytic) enzyme complex found in the fruit and, in higher concentrations, in the stem of the pineapple (Ananas comosus). It is able to hydrolyze or break down a wide variety of protein types in a range of both acid and alkaline environments. Originally isolated in the late 1800s, bromelain can play a key role in digestion, and perhaps more importantly, its properties have prompted many practitioners to use it as an agent in wound healing and the prevention of illness and irritation decades. What Does Bromelain Do? Put simply, bromelain breaks down protein. This has fairly obvious benefits when you consider that many of the foods you eat contain high amounts of protein and they have been thoroughly cooked, destroying most of the naturally occurring enzymes. As a proteolytic enzyme it assists the body’s own digestive mechanisms in reducing very large, complex protein molecules into smaller peptide units or individual amino acids. These smaller components are crucial for your own production of muscle, neurotransmitters, and other protein-based molecules that your body produces. Many of bromelain’s benefits; however, are actually based on absorption of the intact enzyme in the small intestine; it is this absorption makes possible its systemic effects such as reducing redness. The Health Benefits of Bromelain Traditionally societies in South America have used pineapples to reduce digestive upset and reduce irrtation. Here are some of the other amazing health benefits of this enzyme, as well as the studies that support the benefits of bromelain: 1. Swelling and Redness Bromelain was approved in Europe as an effective remedy for swelling after surgery. Research shows that the bromelain enzyme may lower swelling, stop bruising, speed up healing time, and reduce discomfort in individuals following surgical procedures. One double-blind study of over 150 women who received episiotomies (surgical cuts in the perineum) during childbirth, found that women given large servings of oral bromelain over a period of 3 days, beginning 4 hours after delivery, showed a huge decrease in swelling, and discomfort. Ninety percent of women taking the supplement showed excellent recovery compared to 44% of women in the placebo group. 2. Sinus Discomfort Bromelain is one of the most popular supplements in European countries such as Germany, where it is commonly used for sinus discomfort. Some research suggests that bromelain was effective at reducing discomfort and swelling. 3. Topical Applications for Burns Due to its beneficial properties, bromelain is currently being studied for topical applications for burns. Recent lab studies on animals show that bromelain helps slough off dead tissue from third-degree burns. Other studies shows its effective topical use in people with second- and third-degree burns. 4. Insect Bites and Stings Bromelain may be applied topically to lower swelling and reduce discomfort associated with insect bites and stings. 5. Reduced Swelling After Sports Injuries Studies show that bromelain may speed up healing time after a physical or sports injury. Taking it has been linked to reduced swelling related to sprains, strains, bruises, and other minor muscle injuries. 6. Osteoarthritis Bromelain may also help relieve mild discomfort related to osteoarthritis. In fact, it is a common ingredient in most natural supplements for sore joints and muscles. 7. Varicose Veins and Hemorrhoids This enzyme has been used in alternative medicine to promote cardiovascular health and hemorrhoids and other conditions of the veins. 8. Sinusitis There are several studies that suggest bromelain may help reduce coughing and lessen mucus related to sinusitis, as well as reduce the swelling and redness that accompany hay fever. The German Commission E approved the bromelain enzyme for aiding imbalances of the ear, nose and throat that occur after surgery. It is also approved for reducing general sinus infection swelling. 9. Indigestion and Heartburn Because of its protease capacities, this enzyme may reduce indigestion and heartburn. Studies show that it is particularly effective when used in combination with other enzymes like amylase (which digests carbohydrates) and lipase (which digests fat). Other studies show its ability to reduce bloating, gas and other symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. 10. Helps Balance the Acidity of the Stomach Research shows that Bromelain can help balance the acidity of the stomach, as well as the alkalinity of the small intestine. A recent lab study confirms that this enzyme may help ease harmful organism related diarrhea. Another study suggests that it may be an up-and-coming natural remedy for IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) 11. May Boost Overall Immune Strength Bromelain may boost overall immune strength in the human body. One German clinical study of 16 breast cancer patients found that oral supplementation of bromelain could help stimulate immune function in women. Other studies suggest that it may also boost the amount of certain immune system hormones, called cytokines (made in our white blood cells). Recent studies suggest that bromelain may help relieve some of the standard cancer side effects related to lowered immunity. 12. May Stop Blood Platelets From Clotting Several laboratory and animal studies suggest that bromelain may stop blood platelets from clotting. This is exciting research in the direction of its effects on heart health. 13. Bronchitis, Pneumonia and Urinary Tract Infections Animal studies suggest that bromelain possesses action against harmful organisms, and it may be effective for ailments resulting from their presence. Understanding the Units of Measurement for Bromelain on a supplement label Bromelain is a plant-source Protease whose activity is measured in PU (Papain Units). One FCC-PU (Plant Proteolytic Analytical Method) is defined in the assay as that quantity of enzyme that liberates the equivalent of 1 µg (microgram) of tyrosine per hour under the conditions of the assay. This procedure is also determines the proteolytic activity of ficin and bromelain. It is based on a 60 minute proteolytic hydrolysis of a casein substrate at pH 6.0 and 40°C. Soluble casein is then measured spectrophotometrically at 280nm. The FCC notation stands for Foods Chemical Codex, and is a division of USP (United States Pharmacopeia). It sets standards for ingredients. In the case of enzymes, FCC is a standard assay used to accurately determine the activity of enzymes. The current compendium is FCC VI. Bromelain can be standardized on supplement labels as gelatin digesting units (GDU/gram), milk clotting units (MCU), Rorer units (RU), Bromelain Tyrosine Units (BTU/ gram), Casein Digestion Units (CDU/mg) or FIP units. Example: Bromelain at 1000 GDU/g would be equal to a 15,000,000 FCC PU/g potency.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***L on 23 October 2015*

Its a good product but a little expensive. Showed good results from day 7 onwards.

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