Black pepper, ground 250gr

250 gr Black pepper, ground

Black pepper is the green fruit of the plant , dried in the sun.
Black pepper is used in sauces, soups and marinades , roasted meat ragout and stews , game, pasta and mince.

Black pepper is one of the most used and popular spices that flavor many dishes in different parts of the world. Hardly , however, you realize that adding a little more pepper on your food , you are actually not only makes it more spicy , but take care of your health .

Because of its sharp taste , pepper warms the body, increases metabolism and helps digestion. Black pepper enhances appetite and reduces the occurrence of gas.
Piperin contained in the pepper is used in some vehicles and stomach medicines.

Here are the biggest benefits for the body of pepper:

- Prevents cancer : According to a study conducted by the University of Michigan , pepper prevents the development of mammary tumors . When this is combined with the spice turmeric , its anti-cancer properties are increased even further.

Furthermore piperine, pepper contains vitamin C, vitamin A, flavonoids, carotene and other antioxidants that fight damaging free radicals and protect the body from cancers and diseases. Black pepper is effective in the fight against cancer, skin cancer and colon cancer. Add one teaspoon of pepper powder in your every meal. It is best to eat freshly ground black pepper.
- Improves digestion : Piperin in pepper makes it great for the digestive system. It stimulates the taste buds, which then signal the stomach to produce more hydrochloric acid. This acid is essential for the digestion of proteins.
- Helps in weight loss: Black pepper helps in proper digestion ( extraction of all nutrients) of the food. Further, its outer layer which contains a powerful phytonutrients stimulates decomposition of fat cells. This spice also facilitates sweating and urination , which is a great way to get rid of excess water and toxins .

All these activities help with weight loss.

- Relieves gas: Black pepper prevents flatulence and relieves the discomfort caused by the formation of colic in the intestine.
- Clarify skin: While helping you to sweat more often pepper frees your skin of toxins and actually acts as an exfoliant . Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of this spice you keep your skin from infections and acne.
- Beat Dandruff : You can get rid of dandruff shampoos and instead use pepper. Mix a teaspoon of crushed black pepper in a cup of cottage cheese. Mix well and apply on the scalp . Let it work for about half an hour. Rinse hair thoroughly . Wash your hair with shampoo until the next day.
- Clears congestion and relieves cough: Due to its antibacterial properties , pepper is very effective natural remedy for treating colds and coughs . Its tangy taste helps phlegm and relieves runny nose . Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper in the soup and you will immediately relieve cough and fever to .
- Helps people with anorexia: Black pepper is known that improves digestion and stimulates the taste buds . That's why he 's great natural cure for people with anorexia , helping them to regain their appetite.
- Helps the body to more effectively use nutrients : Black pepper helps proper transportation and absorption of nutrients from food intake . It creates conditions and medicines work more effectively.
- It is a natural antidepressant: The compound piperine in black pepper increases cognitive function (it is related to information processing in the brain and includes features such as perception , decision making , memory and learning) . 

 Origin: Brazil