- Rich in anti-oxidants: Being rich in antioxidants, it helps the body in fighting against various diseases such as cancer, diabetes and various heart diseases .Black pepper shows great results when mixed with turmeric. This can be taken daily with milk.
- Cures constipation: If you suffer from constipation regularly then you can start adding black pepper to your food. This has shown proven benefits in curing constipation. It helps in releasing the acid from the stomach that furthers aids in digestion of the food. This helps in keeping the digestive system in perfect balance.
- Anti-inflammatory properties: Studies have shown that black pepper has a potent action against inflammation. It has shown benefits in people with chronic inflammation due to some metabolic syndromes.
- Helps fight against cancer: It has shown to suppress the cancer replicating cell especially in Breast, Colon or prostate cancer.
- Helps cure skin disorders: It prevents the pigmentation of the skin. It is beneficial in a condition called Vitiligo in which white patches appear on the skin. It also has anti-ageing properties. Local application of black pepper in acne has shown some great benefits.
- Builds immunity: Black pepper helps the body to fight against diseases as common cold and cough. It is also used to cure the seasonal flues.
- Helps in weight loss: Black pepper has phytonutrients that help in breakdown of the fat. This can be consumed with green teas or some herbal drinks.
- Good for dandruff: Application of black pepper with curd on the scalp helps fight dandruff.
How can you commonly use black pepper?
- Seasoning on eggs
- Sprinkle some on your salads and soups
- Add some pepper to chicken , meat
- Add some pepper to your herbal drinks
- Add with turmeric and have it in milk
