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In fact, bromelain is used in powdered meat-tenderizing products such as McCormick seasonings.

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If you’re hoping to avoid this reaction, you have a few options.

“The heat will denature the bromelain enzyme, rendering it inactive,” says Loss.

After all, there’s nothing wrong with leaning a bit more toward aplant-based diet.

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