Natural Factors Extra Strength Bromelain - 500 mg - Known as "The Pineapple Enzyme", Bromelain's main function as a digestive enzyme is to break down protein, and to aid in promoting optimal digestion and nutrient absorption. Also used as a natural anti-inflammatory, Bromelain is effective in reducing swelling and improving conditions associated with arthritis and other degenerative bone and joint diseases. Its insatiable appetite for fat consumption, and its ability to help promote thorough digestion have made it useful as a natural weight-loss supplement.