Black Pepper

Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices worldwide. It has been used in our kitchen and ancient Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years due to its high concentration of potent, beneficial plant compounds. Black pepper has been deemed the “king of spices”, Botanical Name - Piper nigrum L. It originates from india (south) & is the world's largest growing country.(main states :kerala & Tamil Nadu)   Medicinal values Black pepper is rich in a potent antioxidant called piperine, which will help prevent free radical damage to your cells. Black pepper contains an active piperine compound that has been shown to decrease inflammation, such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Pipernine has demonstrated potential benefits for symptoms related to degenerative brain conditions and improved brain function. Studies suggest that piperine may help improve blood sugar metabolism Black pepper has demonstrated cholesterol-lowering effects in rodent studies and is believed to boost the absorption of potential cholesterol-lowering supplements. Researcher hypothesize that the active compound in black pepper, piperine, may have cancer-fighting properties Black pepper may increase the absorption of essential nutrients like calcium and selenium research suggests that black pepper may increase the good bacteria in your gut, has been linked to immune function, mood, chronic diseases, and more Black pepper increases the absorption of essential nutrients and beneficial plant compounds.A dash of ground black pepper can be a tasty seasoning for cooked vegetables, pasta dishes, meat, fish, poultry, and many more.