Bromelain

Derived from the pineapple plant, bromelain is an anti-inflammatory agent and for this reason is helpful in healing minor injuries such as sprains, strains, muscle injuries, and the pain, swelling and tenderness of rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain, bruising, and sinusitis,. Studies have also shown that Bromelain can be useful in the reduction of platelet clumping and blood clots in the bloodstream, especially in the arteries.