“Piper Nigrum” Black Pepper is a product from the berries of the pepper plant. It is pungent and most flavorful of all types of spices.
History
History of the Black pepper is un-believable. It was used in form of currency and in place of gold. Black pepper is an exclusive product of India, particularly South India from where it was exported to Greece and Egypt in 4th century BC. It was one of the most heavily traded items in ancient and medieval trade.
Black pepper is very useful source of manganese. It has also high contents of iron, and dietary fiber.
Health Benefits
There are a number of health benefits associated with this very popular and one of the oldest spice.
Improve Digestion:
Black pepper stimulates taste buds that result in higher hydrochloric acid secretion by intestine, which results in improved digestion. Hydrochloric acid is essential is proper digestion of proteins and fats. It also helps in prevention of diarrhea and constipation.
Prevents Gastric Troubles:
Black pepper has antioxidant and antibacterial effect on digestive system that helps in prevention of gastric troubles.
As Unani Medicine :
Black pepper founds regular mention in Ayurveda and Unani medicine systems of India. Ancient as well as modern medical texts speaks of its use in curing illness such as constipation, diarrhea, earache, gangrene, heart disease, hernia, insect bites, tooth decay and liver problems.
Oil of Black Pepper:
The oil of black pepper is used in external application to treat skin diseases and prevent hair loss.
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