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Protein-digesting enzyme supplement derived from pineapple; typically very low calorie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Pineapple bromelain supplement (5 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 5 g
19
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
4.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 57 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
A pineapple bromelain supplement provides bromelain, a group of enzymes from pineapple that break down proteins. People commonly take it for digestion or swelling, but evidence does not establish it as an effective treatment for every claimed use.
A pineapple bromelain supplement contains protein-digesting enzymes, but there is limited evidence that it improves digestion in healthy people. Persistent indigestion or abdominal symptoms deserve attention rather than being managed with the supplement alone.
A pineapple bromelain supplement has been studied for swelling and bruising after surgery, but research results are not strong enough to guarantee a benefit. Ask your surgical team before using it around an operation.
Follow the directions for the specific pineapple bromelain supplement, since products can differ in strength and formulation. If you are taking it for digestion, it may be taken with food; do not assume every product has the same instructions.
A pineapple bromelain supplement can cause stomach upset, nausea, or diarrhea, and some people develop a rash or allergic reaction. Stop taking it if symptoms occur; trouble breathing or facial swelling needs urgent medical attention.
Yes, a pineapple bromelain supplement may affect blood clotting and could interact with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines. If you take one of these medicines, ask your doctor or pharmacist before using the supplement.
No, a pineapple bromelain supplement is not equivalent to eating pineapple. Supplements can provide a concentrated enzyme preparation, while the amount and activity of bromelain in fresh or canned fruit vary and are not standardized.
Yes, a pineapple bromelain supplement may trigger an allergic reaction in someone sensitive to pineapple or bromelain. Avoid it if pineapple has caused a reaction before, and seek urgent help for breathing difficulty or swelling of the throat.
There is not enough reliable evidence to establish that a pineapple bromelain supplement is safe during pregnancy. It is not a routine pregnancy supplement, and safety information during breastfeeding is also limited.
No, a pineapple bromelain supplement has not been shown to cause weight loss. Its role as a protein-digesting enzyme does not mean it burns body fat or replaces established approaches to weight management.
Vitamins
B6
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.05mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
6mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.75mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Pineapple bromelain supplement is a concentrated source of bromelain, an enzyme derived from pineapple that breaks down proteins. It is a supplement rather than a fruit or a dish, and may be sold in different forms, such as powder or capsules.
Its flavour and texture depend on the product; even when it has a pineapple taste, it need not be as sweet or juicy as fresh fruit. Take or mix it according to its form and the directions on the label. The nutrition figures are for a concentrated product, while the usual serving is small, so it is typically low in calories per serving and is not a filling snack. If you choose to use it, check the product instructions rather than treating it as a substitute for food.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.