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Monday 22 October 2018

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE :9 AMAZING BENEFITS OF BLACK PEPPER


By Ololade Adewunmi

Black pepper is one of the best  and useful spices in Spices kingdom.

A pinch of black pepper added to any recipe works as more than just a flavor enhancer. This king of spices is known to offer a number of health benefits while providing an excellent depth of flavor to a dish. The use of black pepper in the diet helps promote weight loss, improves digestion , relieve cold and cough, boost metabolism, and treat skin problems.


What Is Black Pepper?
Black pepper is the fruit of the black pepper plant from the Piperaceae family and is used as both, a spice and medicine. The chemical piperine, present in black pepper, causes the spiciness. It is native to Kerala, the southern state of India. Since ancient times, black pepper is one of the most widely-traded  spices in the world. But we Nigerians have our black pepper which is called IYERE by the Yorubas and OZIZA by the Igbo. 

It is not a seasonal plant and is, therefore, available throughout the year. When dried, this plant-derived spice is referred to as a peppercorn. 

Because of its antibacterial properties, pepper is used to preserve food. Black pepper is also a very good anti-inflammatory agent.

Black Pepper Nutrition Facts
Black pepper is a rich source of mineral like manganese , copper,  calcium , phosphorous , iron, potassium, and  vitamin like,VitaminC,K, and B6. Black pepper has a high content of dietary fiber and has a moderate amount of protein and carbohydrates too.

Health Benefits Of Black Pepper
Black pepper aids in weight loss, and treats sinus,asthma , and nasal congestion. It also reduces the risk of cancer , and heart and liver ailments. Let us know the health benefits of black pepper .

    * Improves Digestion
    * Weight Loss
    * Skin Care
    * Provides Respiratory Relief
    * Antibacterial Quality
    * Antioxidant Potential
    * Enhances Bioavailability
    * Improves Cognitive Function
    * Treats Peptic Ulcers
    * Prevents Asthma

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