# Fight Inflammation With This Enzyme

**By Paula Gallagher** · 2012-07-30

The bromelains are a group of naturally occurring protein-digestive (proteolytic) enzymes. The stem of a pineapple contains bromelain, which is very helpful for protein indigestion, inflammation, arthritis and sinusitis. Besides being used as a protein digestive aid, the enzymes in bromelain inhibit inflammatory chemicals called prostaglandins. The anti-inflammatory effect has been studied for its effectiveness in inflammatory conditions like arthritis and sinusitis. [Pathway Bromelain](http://www.myvillagegreen.com/p-20137-bromelain-proteolytic-enz.aspx) contains 400mg of bromelain in each capsule.

**Tags:** bromelain, Category_Health Concerns, Category_Nutritional Supplements, enzymes, Inflammation

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> Source: [Village Green Apothecary](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/fight-inflammation-with-this-enzyme)