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Abstract

Various ailments have been treated with pineapple ( (L.) Merr.) throughout medicinal history. Pineapple and its bioactive compound bromelain possess health-promoting benefits. Detailed information on the chemotherapeutic activities of pineapple and its bioactive compound bromelain is provided in this review, which analyses the current literature regarding their therapeutic potential in cancer. Research on disease models in cell cultures is the focus of much of the existing research. Several studies have demonstrated the benefits of pineapple extract and bromelain for and cancer models. Preliminary animal model results show promise, but they must be translated into the clinical setting. Research on these compounds represents a promising future direction and may be well-tolerated.

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