Source Naturals Bromelain 500 Mg Review 2026: Worth the Price?
Weak evidence. — Weak
It's a bromelain enzyme supplement extracted from pineapple stems at a 500mg dose.
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What it does
May modestly reduce post-workout muscle soreness or support sinus health in some people, though clinical evidence is weak.
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Evidence quality
Limited or no research supports the marketed claims.
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Clinical dose
300–500 mg daily (based on limited study data; no strong consensus established) (therapeutic)
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Where you find it
Any bromelain supplement, fresh pineapple, generic digestive enzyme blends
Consumer advice
If you're considering this for muscle soreness after workouts, manage expectations: a clinical trial found it no better than placebo or ibuprofen. If you have acute sinusitis symptoms, it may be worth trying (one small study showed promise), but consult a doctor first. For general digestive support, evidence is thin. Always check for pineapple or latex allergies before use, as bromelain can trigger reactions. This is a legitimate product at a fair price, but marketing claims often exceed the actual science."
Claims vs Evidence
MODEST0 of 3 claims supported by evidence.
"Supports muscle recovery and reduces soreness"
Unsupported
Clinical trial found bromelain no better than placebo for post-workout soreness.
Based on: Bromelain
"Supports digestive health"
Partial
Bromelain digests proteins, but clinical evidence for digestive benefits in healthy people is weak.
Based on: Bromelain
"Supports sinus health"
Partial
One small observational study in children suggested benefit for acute sinusitis; results are preliminary.
Based on: Bromelain
2 partial · 1 unsupported
Ingredients
Based on peer-reviewed research from PubMed and Examine.com
Pineapple enzyme with anti-inflammatory properties. Evidence is limited and mixed across uses.
Research-backed dose: 300–500 mg daily (based on limited study data; no strong consensus established)
In this product: 500 mg (600 GDU)
Price & Value
FairSource Naturals Bromelain 500 Mg
$9.99
Natural Factors Bromelain Extra (90 ct, $20.99) or generic bromelain from other brands
$0.23 per capsule for Natural Factors; similar cost per dose
Signals
- Shows actual ingredient doses
Research sources: PubMed · Examine.com
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Analysis generated: 2026-05-02 · Engine v1.0.0