NCIt definition : A proteolytic enzyme obtained from the pineapple plant that cleaves sulfhydryl groups.
The enzyme is adsorbed intact through the gastrointestinal tract and has demonstrated
therapeutic benefit. Bromelain has the ability to modulate cytokines, and has also
demonstrated anti-inflammatory activity, immune response activity, and fibrinolytic
activity.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: An enzyme found in pineapples that breaks down other proteins, such as
collagen and muscle fiber, and has anti-inflammatory properties. It is used as a meat
tenderizer in the food industry.;