JOIN USBlack peppercorns, scientifically called piper nigrum, with their distinctive taste and aroma, were described by ancient Syriac medical texts, dating back to 5th century, as a natural ‘cure-all’ spice.
Corroborating these observations in the recent times, it has been scientifically proven that black peppercorns, crushed or freshly ground to a powder, are loaded with chemical compounds like piperine that exhibit strong antioxidant properties that can help fight problems of cough and cold.
The anti-inflammatory property of piperine has been known ease out phlegm, thereby, alleviating the symptoms of nasal congestion and even headaches.
Piperine also promotes proper digestion by stimulating the production of healthy digestive enzymes. The antioxidant property of crushed black peppercorns treats skin disorders such as black heads and vitiligo. In addition, black pepper contains high levels of essential minerals like calcium that promotes good dental health.
Here are some homemade remedies with black pepper that help ease common ailments:
For alleviating symptoms of cough and common cold, a simple homemade remedy would be drinking tea that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties — like a cup of tea made with piperine-rich black pepper, ginger and honey.
Drinking a glass of buttermilk with cumin powder and freshly ground black pepper powder helps fight indigestion. Also, the anti-bacterial property of the mixture helps treat gastrointestinal diseases.
A mixture of black pepper powder and salt removes plaque formed on the teeth. The presence of significant levels of minerals like calcium in black pepper strengthens the teeth.