Black Pepper

Health Benefits

Pepper, apart from being an antioxidant and anti-bacterial agent, is also known to improve digestion and promote intestinal health. By stimulating the taste buds, pepper helps in the promotion of hydrochloric secretion in the stomach, which helps in the digestion of proteins. Black pepper is also a carminative, (preventing the formation of intestinal gas), a diaphoretic (promoting sweating), and a diuretic (promoting urination). In addition, the outer layer of the peppercorn helps to burn fat through the stimulation of the fat cells. Kerala black pepper known as the black gold is bigger and smoother than typical pepper. The fully ripened drupes are picked carefully and dried under the sun for several weeks by using the typical Indian method. It’s natural flavours are preserved by storing it in a cool dry place away from sunlight. The aromatic and spicy pepper releases a freshly soothing fragrance. Pepper is good for digestion, treats skin problems, helps in losing weight and prevents constipation.