{"product_id":"ostrovit-bromelain-papain","title":"OstroVit Bromelain + Papain","description":"\u003cp\u003eOstroVit Bromelain + Papain pairs two plant enzymes in a single vegan capsule. Bromelain is a group of protein-splitting enzymes usually taken from pineapple, while papain is a similar enzyme obtained from papaya.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 mg bromelain per capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 mg papain per capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne capsule per serving, 100 servings per pot, enough for over three months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegans and vegetarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapsule format that is simple to swallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth enzymes are known as proteolytic enzymes, meaning they break proteins down into smaller peptides and amino acids. Bromelain stays active across a wide pH range, whereas papain works most actively in acidic conditions. Outside supplements, both are familiar in the food industry as meat tenderisers and appear in some skincare scrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for anyone with a pineapple or papaya allergy. Speak to your GP before use if you take blood-thinning medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in a pot of 100 caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFood supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OstroVit","offers":[{"title":"100 caps","offer_id":48432215031996,"sku":"P52168","price":11.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0022\/4709\/8438\/files\/image_2025-10-24_68fb45a29c090.jpg?v=1791715281","url":"https:\/\/www.ivitaminsshop.co.uk\/products\/ostrovit-bromelain-papain","provider":"IVitamins Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}