What is bromelain in simple terms?

It is a mix of pineapple enzymes, mostly from the stem, that break down proteins. It is used in dietary supplements and, in some EU countries, in medicines.

Can fresh pineapple replace bromelain?

No. Fresh pineapple contains the enzyme, but the amount is unpredictable, and canned pineapple loses it during heating. Pineapple is a good fruit, but it does not give a standardized dose.

Is bromelain allowed in dietary supplements in Ukraine?

Yes. It is on the list of substances with a physiological effect in Annex 3 to the Hygienic Requirements for Dietary Supplements (MoH Order No. 203 of 19.02.2026). No maximum daily dose is set for it.

Should bromelain be taken before or after meals?

With food, it helps digest protein. In studies of systemic effects, it was given between meals. Follow the instructions of the specific product and do not exceed the recommended daily portion.

Can bromelain be taken with aspirin or anticoagulants?

Only after talking to a doctor. Bromelain may reduce platelet aggregation, so together with warfarin, other anticoagulants, clopidogrel or aspirin it could in theory raise the risk of bleeding.

What do GDU and F.I.P. mean on the label?

They are units of enzyme activity. They show how much protein the enzyme can break down and let you compare products more accurately than milligrams do.

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