NOW Foods Supplements, Bromelain (Natural Proteolytic Enzyme) 2,400 GDU/g - 500 mg, Natural Proteolytic Enzyme*, 120 Veg Capsules

I originally bought this bromelain for its anti-inflammatory benefits, not for sleep. After taking it consistently for a few weeks, I noticed something unexpected. I seemed to be sleeping more soundly and waking up feeling more rested. I am not claiming it is a sleep supplement, but for whatever reason, it appears to help me relax and feel more comfortable at night. My guess is that reducing inflammation may have contributed to better sleep quality. I also wake up feeling less stiff in the morning. The capsules are easy to swallow, and I appreciate that they are vegetarian. I've used several NOW Foods products over the years and have generally found them to be reliable and well made. Everyone's experience will be different, but this product has been a pleasant surprise for me. I purchased it for one reason and ended up getting an unexpected benefit that has kept it in my supplement routine.

I assume any brand might work well however this is the first time I've tried Bromelain. All I can say is that after 40+ years of NOT knowing what was wrong with my neck and upper back/shoulder traps that would sometimes radiate to my head, jaw and sinuses, I think I've stumbled on the Holy Grail! As a very athletic person in my youth, this condition really set me back. I've had MRI's, a Neurologist telling me I had degenerative disk disease back in my 30's (now 67), several chiropractors, taught myself dry needling, tried practically every supplement you can imagine, big pharma drugs, etc... Well, I ended up diagnosing myself with Connective Tissue Disorder after reading about, then trying Bromelain. No physician or specialist ever mentioned 'Connective Tissue Disorder' and prior to reading about Bromelain, I had never heard the term. Main triggers: bending over doing things like yard work, lifting heavy objects over 20 lbs. The pain was nearly constant when my children were small and needed to be held. The pain would start to manifest the following day and I'd be in pain for 2-4 days normally. I faithfully take two 500 mg capsules daily, at least 2 hours before and 2 after eating, sometimes twice a day, with lots of water throughout the day. I no longer have pain and can lift my toddler grandson! I truly hope this review helps someone who has been suffering like myself. Amazing stuff. I'll never be without it!

I started taking Bromelain to help support my endometriosis inflammation and overall wellness, and I’ve been really impressed so far! The capsules are easy to take, gentle on my stomach. I’ve been taking this for over a month and I love that I added this into my daily supplement routine. I especially appreciate the quality and potency. Definitely a great option if you’re looking for extra wellness and recovery support!

Even though I don’t like the taste. Works efficient on my edema, helps for digestion. Easy to use . Not sure if it gives energy, I don’t feel energetic. It has kosher symbol. I checked the ingredients and looks like also Halal friendly; every questionable ingredients are vegetable sourced. Pill size is little bit big but easy to swallow because of texture. I’m almost finishing this item , I will definitely buy again .

I started taking this for inflammation and digestion and both have genuinely improved since adding it to my daily routine. The capsules are easy to swallow and have never caused any stomach issues for me which can happen with some enzyme supplements. NOW Foods is a brand I trust because they have always been consistent with quality and this is no exception. It is affordable especially compared to some other brands selling the same ingredient for way more. I take it on an empty stomach between meals and that seems to work best for me.

It's working.. Reduces the negative reaction of certain foods has reduced my wife's back pain. Take between meals and not WITH meals.

I write this review to help others suffering from Arthritis pain and swelling. My mom had been suffering from arthritis in her hands for 15 years now and in the last 2 years she has been unable to even hold a plate. Shes broken so many dishes and cups trying to wash them. Shes tried everything her doctor told her to, and nothing ever seems to help. So 6 months ago, I bought her these Bromelain caps to try. I told her to take 3 caps on empty stomach 1.5 hours before eating, and at least 2 hours after eating. It has to be on empty stomach so that it can "eat up" the inflammation. If taken with food, it will lose its "eating" ability because it is being absorbed with the food. So we decided she should take 3 caps, 3 times a day for first 2 weeks. *NOTE*:It takes some time because it has to remove the layers of inflammation, depending on how bad you have it. So after 18 days, the swelling that kept her up at night reduced down to 50%, and her pain went from a 10 to 7. After 35 days, swelling down to 25% and pain from 7 to 5. And after 2 months, her swelling is at 10%, and pain went from a 5 to 3. After 5 months, her swelling ranges from 4-6%, she can still feel a little bit but not much, and her pain scale is now down to 1. For the last month, she has lowered the dosage to only 2-3 caps a day to maintain. So if youre desperate, and nothing esle is working, give this a chance to work for you. And use them on an empty stomach and give it a couple hours before filling your stomach to eat up the inflammation. I am now begging to suffer from arthritis in my right hand and I started taking them yesterday. I took 6 yesterday and went to bed. My swelling went down 25%. It will take time but I know it will eventually go away.

After following a rather simple routine I came across online, my gout episodes have decreased from 2 - 3 bad episodes over a span of 18 months to 0, 20 months and counting. Before I go into the 3 part maintenance program, let me first warn you that this simple and healthy alternative to prescription drugs will not work, or I should say, most likely, won't work, if you don't modify your diet, that is to say, this is not a miracle drug that will allow you to drink as much beer and whiskey as you please or eat tons of rich dark turkey meat and brown gravy, giblets or high salted processed foods like Vienna Sausages or sweet breads, but if you are looking for an easy to follow remedy that will allow you to have a scotch once in a while or perhaps indulge in something rich and savory, without worrying about a painful gout episode, you may consider the following program. 3 Bromelain 2400GDU/500mg daily 1 morning, 1 afternoon and 1 anytime between 5PM - 9PM (with dinner) 2 oz daily of R.W. Knudsen JUST BLACK CHERRY this brand is available at my local grocery store. It does not have to be the same brand, but what it MUST be is 100% juice. Don't be deceived by the front label that may claim 100% fruit juice or 100% Juice, go directly to the Nutrition Label and read the INGREDIENTS section, the product should consist of a single ingredient "juice from ripe whole black cherries" if anything else is listed put the bottle back on the shelf and seek another until you find the singular ingredient under the ingredients section of the Nutrition label. 1 tablespoon of Bragg Organic RAW Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar (except no substitute) twice a day morning and dinner time, add to 8oz of water and sip, you may also take the ACV straight from the tablespoon, but sipping it with water adds an additional benefit, it also prevents acid reflux, which folks with gout tend to also suffer from. At the early warning signs of an attack take 3 Bromelain 2400 Gdu/500mg at morning at afternoon at dinner and 2 before bed and increase black cherry juice to 16 - 20 oz daily, ACV remains the same, repeat this program for 3 to 5 days then return to maintenance dosage. Full disclosure: I am not a nutritionist, a doctor or a person involved in the health industry. This program in addition to a gout friendly diet, has worked for me and it may work for you. I have been using NOW Bromelain 2400 Gdu/500mg, because it comes in the correct prescribed dosage I discovered online. The caps are easy to swallow and keep nicely in the fridge (where I keep several spare bottles). Before coming across NOW, I paid a lot more for a lot less in over priced Health Stores, none of which contain the proper single capsule dosage required for the system to be effective. One more thing, gout no gout, it is a good idea to drink at least 8 8 0z glasses of water daily and more if it is on a day you intend to drink alcohol or partake in strenuous exercise which could lead to dehydration.

Good

Nice product

Easier to swollen since it’s capsule not hard tablet. Using it for joints and post op swelling. Thank you.

Good

Good as advertised