Pineapple Health Facts: Bromelain, Bloating & Nutrition

Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that can aid digestion and reduce bloating, though it may cause a numb mouth. Explore the nutritional value of the core and discover the truth about trendy new varieties like Pink Pineapple.

Do Pineapples Help With Bloating?

Published Nov,09 2011 | By Glenda Taylor

Bloating is a symptom of indigestion, often accompanied by burping and, in some cases, a queasy feeling. The medical term for the condition is “dyspepsia,” and it’s most often related to what you eat and how much you eat, but it may also be the result of swallowing air or a medical disorder.