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Can A Pineapple Eat You?

By ScienceABCFrom BoclipsSeptember 30, 2025

Have you ever wondered why pineapples sting your tongue? It's because they contain an enzyme called bromelain, which can break down proteins. This means that every time you eat a pineapple, it eats a little bit of you!

In this video we will cover why pineapples have this enzyme. And if it can digest us, why do we still eat pineapple? Video uncovers the science behind bromelain and how it can "eat" you back. We'll also discover other fruits that can "eat" you using proteolytic enzymes like bromelain.

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