Ingredient

Bromelain

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use bromelain primarily as a meat tenderizer and to aid digestion. It is …

What it is

Bromelain is a group of enzymes derived from the stems and fruit of the pineapple plant. It is extracted from the pineapple plant and purified for use in food and supplements.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use bromelain primarily as a meat tenderizer and to aid digestion. It is found in marinades, meat tenderizers, and some dietary supplements aimed at digestive health.

Health notes

Bromelain is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is known for its protein-digesting properties, which may help with indigestion for some individuals. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated bromelain, but did not set a specific numerical acceptable daily intake (ADI). Research into its potential anti-inflammatory effects is ongoing.

Allergen info

Bromelain is derived from pineapple, which is not one of the nine major FDA allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Bromelain

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Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein Smooth Coffee Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 19.2Carbs Garden of Life, Inc. Garden Of Life, Organic Plant Protein Energy Powder Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 417kcal 62.5Protein 8.3Fat 16.7Carbs Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Vanilla Garden of Life, Inc. Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Vanilla Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 385kcal 57.7Protein 7.7Fat 23.1Carbs Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Chocolate GARDEN OF LIFE Organic Plant Protein, Smooth Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 393kcal 53.6Protein 8.9Fat 25Carbs VEGA Chocolate Flavored All-In-One Shake Drink Mix, Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 357kcal 47.6Protein 11.9Fat 23.8Carbs Vanilla Flavor Performance Protein Drink Mix, Vanilla The Daily Record Vanilla Flavor Performance Protein Drink Mix, Vanilla Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 381kcal 71.4Protein 7.1Fat 9.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Seasoned Meat Tenderizer, Seasoned Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs B&G Foods North America, Inc. Marinade Mix, Black Peppercorn Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 33.3Carbs The Daily Record Vanilla Flavor Performance Protein Drink Mix, Vanilla Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 366kcal 73.2Protein 7.3Fat 9.8Carbs The Daily Record Berry Flavor Performance Protein Drink Mix, Berry Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 357kcal 71.4Protein 7.1Fat 11.9Carbs B&G Foods North America, Inc. Fajita Mariande Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40Carbs Completely Fresh Foods, Inc Steak Strips, Honey Liqueur Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 310kcal 19.1Protein 23.8Fat 3.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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