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Supplement with vitamin C and bromelain
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Vitamin C bromelain supplement (2 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1200 mg of Vitamin C covers 1333% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 2 g
8
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% 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 | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| 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 piece (small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 8 g | 30 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
A vitamin C bromelain supplement provides vitamin C alongside bromelain, an enzyme commonly sourced from pineapple. People take it to supplement their diet, but it is not a proven treatment for a specific illness.
A vitamin C bromelain supplement has not been proven to reliably treat inflammation or swelling. Bromelain has been studied for these effects, but evidence does not make the supplement a substitute for finding the cause of persistent or severe swelling.
Take a vitamin C bromelain supplement according to its product label, since formulations and serving instructions vary. Do not assume that the serving directions for one brand apply to another.
Yes, a vitamin C bromelain supplement can generally be taken with or without food unless its label says otherwise. Taking it with a meal may be more comfortable if it upsets your stomach.
A vitamin C bromelain supplement may cause stomach discomfort, nausea, or diarrhea. Bromelain can also trigger allergic reactions, including in people sensitive to pineapple; stop taking it if you develop a concerning reaction.
Yes, bromelain may affect bleeding risk, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking a vitamin C bromelain supplement with blood-thinning medication. Tell your healthcare team about it before surgery as well.
A vitamin C bromelain supplement does not guarantee protection from colds or cure one. Vitamin C supports normal immune function, but taking the supplement does not prevent illness for everyone or reliably eliminate symptoms.
A vitamin C bromelain supplement may not be safe for someone with a pineapple allergy, because bromelain is commonly obtained from pineapple. Avoid it unless a healthcare professional confirms that the specific product is suitable for you.
No, a vitamin C bromelain supplement has not been shown to cause weight loss. Bromelain is not a fat-burning ingredient, and the supplement cannot replace eating and activity habits that support weight management.
Ask your doctor before using a vitamin C bromelain supplement during pregnancy. Safety information about bromelain in pregnancy is limited, and a clinician can consider your health, other medicines, and the product’s formulation.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1200mg · 1333% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.4mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 piece (small) (2 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.
Vitamin C bromelain supplement combines vitamin C with bromelain, an enzyme associated with pineapple. Depending on the product, it may come as a tablet, capsule or small chewable piece, so follow the directions on its own label. A chewable version may taste tart or fruity; capsules and tablets usually have little noticeable flavour.
You can fit it into a daily routine with breakfast or at another time, checking the label for whether it should be taken with food. Its nutrition profile is mostly carbohydrate by weight, but a typical serving is only about 2 g and it is not a substitute for a meal. Check the serving and ingredient information, especially if you already take other supplements.
Medium
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.