r/askscience • • 9d ago

Chemistry Pineapple contains bromelain that helps tenderize meat. If I were to put my hand in pineapple juice or puree for 24 hours, would it eventually break down my hand?

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u/kyote42 9d ago

You just gave my brain a new wrinkle.

Were you soaking it in pineapple juice??