Viewer Question:
Bromelain vs. Baby Aspirin

11/29/02

Question:

This question is in response to the artilce Bromelain.

When you say "take one 500-mil tablet daily for cardivasular" - are you saying
take one 500-mil tablet each day INSTEAD OF THE BABY ASPIRIN? (to prevent arteries from getting clogged up?)

We think Bromelain would be much better and more effective than the baby
aspirin.

Answer:

Thank-you for bringing this question to our attention.

The information on bromelain and cardiovascular health came through an article on bromelain and its many properties. In this article, according to Dr's in Germany and California, that have used bromelain in the treatment of angina, it was found to be very helpful in their patients

However, the staff at Uptown Health would like to make it clear that studies, articles or information from any source, is never intended to replace the advice of your health care professional. Please always look to the advice of your many skilled health care professionals including Dr.'s, Naturopaths, specialists & pharmacists, to name a few.

So, in answer to your question, do not replace the advice of your Dr.'s which is why I'm assuming you're taking the baby aspirin. Contact a health care professional regarding adding bromelain to your diet or discontinuing the use of baby aspirin.

12/10/02

Question 2:

Hi, again!

We already know about the article on baby asprin vs. Bromelain. We just want to know HOW MANY do you take a day IF your doctor says it's okay to sub the baby asprin with Bromelain instead.

We are not under doctors' advice to take anything. We have no other meds and are both in perfect health!

Please just tell us HOW MANY and when and what strength may we take with doctor's approval each day for Cardio-V health?

They are at local retail outlets, but until we find out what strength, when and how many - we don't know what to buy!

Thanks again!

Answer 2:

Although your overall health is fine, you are on two types of medication. If we were to inform you of dosages for symptoms, we would be prescribing, which would be illegal for us to do, as we are not qualified health care professionals.

As I've previously stated, you would be able to get specific information from a qualified health practioner that is familiar with natural therapy as well as traditional medicine.

However, I can inform you of the general use of bromelain as directed on the bottle. For example: Prairie naturals Product Bromelain - 500mg, Papaya - 50mg

Suggested use: 1 or more capsule at mealtime or as directed by a health professional.

I will send your question to someone who may be of more assistance.

thank-you

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