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中文 (中国)Black Pepper is known as the “King of Spices” because of its strong aroma and is widely used in all major cuisines around the world. It is cultivated for its fruit which is usually dried and then used as a spice or seasoning known as a peppercorn.
If one needs to use ground pepper, it should be freshly done since grounded or powered pepper tends to lose its flavor very fast. The medicinal properties of Black Pepper can be attributed to the presence of a chemical compound called piperine. It acts as a natural antioxidant and has anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties.
Black Pepper is an excellent source of Vitamins A & K; of dietary fiber and is rich in minerals like iron and calcium. Besides this, it also helps in lowering body cholesterol.
Anti-Diarrheal Property: It has been found that piperine reduces oil-induced fluid secretion and hence peppers are added to traditional antidiarrheal formulations.
A Remedy for Cough and Sore Throat: Consumption of tea or soup laced with crushed black pepper cures cold and cough. It also clears chest congestion.
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Helps in Weight Control: Helps in breaking down extra fat and improves metabolism. It also helps to get rid of intestinal gases and reduces bloating.
Anti-Cancer Property: Black pepper is loaded with antioxidants and the presence of vitamins like Vitamin A, flavonoids, and carotenes that help in combating cancer.
Pain Reliever: It is good for the prevention of arthritis and joint pains. It also reduces toothache and gum-related disease and its anti-microbial properties prevent the spreading of bacteria in the mouth.
Anti-aging Agent: Black pepper can be used as an exfoliator that prevents drying of the skin and gives a healthy complexion. It also prevents early greying of hair.
Other Benefits of Black Pepper are:
Cleanses your intestines and stomach
It consists of potassium that helps in regulating heart rate and high blood pressure.
Helps in producing red blood cells
Rich in vitamin B and produces calcium
Prevents constipation
Prevents skin deformation & wrinkles
Good for Your Hair
Treats Depression
Reduces Joint Pain
Good for Your Brain
Improves Blood Sugar
Consuming black pepper as part of your meals effectively increases the presence of good bacteria in your gut.
Can act naturally to alleviate pain
Helps to promote better absorption of nutrients such as selenium and calcium.
Black Pepper is a spice that can naturally provide nutritional and medicinal properties. Though a spice that is consumed all around the world as a flavoring, it has hidden values that add value to our diet every day.
Source: helloorganik
