Black Pepper - Some Benefits And Harms

Joe Fowler
Author: Joe Fowler Time for reading: ~3 minutes Last Updated: August 08, 2022
Black Pepper - Some Benefits And Harms

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Used in everyday cooking, black pepper is the superhero of spices: it stands harmlessly on the table and does not attract attention, but is actually one of the most useful herbs used by man.
 
It lowers the risk of cancer, aids digestion and weight loss, relieves bloating and flatulence, promotes metabolism, and has recently been found to have an unexpected effect on the brain. The recommended dose of one teaspoon a day works wonders.
 
According to a study conducted by the Cancer Center of the University of Michigan, one of the main active compounds of pepper - piperine , is able to prevent the development of tumors. In its combination with the antitumor compound per plant turmeric - turmeric , its anti-cancer properties are increased significantly. However, in order to be useful with these properties, pepper should be sprinkled on ready-made dishes, because during prolonged heat treatment only its taste is preserved.
 
The same active ingredient - piperine, stimulates the excretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which is essential for the absorption of protein and iron from food. Insufficient hydrochloric acid often leads to the impossibility of good digestion of food, which in addition to the loss of nutrients and nutrients, leads to the formation of gas, heartburn, constipation and ulcers. That is, we need a little more than the acid to automatically eliminate some of these problems.
 
The fact that black pepper helps to better assimilate nutrients means that even more modest amounts of food will meet the needs of the body, as long as they are properly selected. It causes sweating and urination, which is a good way to cleanse the body of excess water and toxins. Also, piperine predisposes to the breakdown of fat cells. These effects make it very suitable in diets and sports for weight control .
 
Its antibacterial properties are effective for colds and coughs - sprinkled on a slice of bread or in the soup, its warming effect quickly relieves cough and nasal congestion, albeit briefly. Black pepper also has natural antidepressant properties .
 
Recently, scientists announced that piperine enhances the cognitive functions of the brain and helps fight depression. Their discovery is published in the European Journal of Food and Chemical Toxicology .
 
It is generally not advisable to take more than one teaspoon of black pepper a day. With a fast metabolism and a body weight over 80 kilograms, it is possible to consume a little more, but a maximum of two a day, not in one meal. Although useful, pepper can also have dangerous side effects in case of overdose and lead to upset stomach, strong heartburn and ulcers.
 
Pepper should be inhaled so that it is not inhaled through the nose, although in folk medicine such a practice is recommended - when it gets on the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx, piperine can cause severe irritation, edema - swelling, anoxia - lack of oxygen and even respiratory arrest. .
 
Pregnant and lactating women are not recommended to consume more than one teaspoon, no more than three times a week , because its effects on the fetus and breast milk have not been the subject of definitive scientific studies to confirm its safety.
 
 
Pepper can have anti-inflammatory , antioxidant and analgesic effects and should be limited if medications with similar effects are currently being taken .
 
Piperine may enhance the bioactivity of propanolol , the active ingredient in a popular drug for high blood pressure. This non-selective beta-blocker is used to lower high blood pressure, prevent migraines, control tremors and suppress hyperthyroid episodes (palpitations and tremors). People suffering from hypertension and taking medication for their condition are advised to find out about its active ingredient and to make sure that it will not be further enhanced by piperine. If this happens, the heart rate may slow down too much and the blood pressure may drop too sharply, leading to risky situations. A
 
 

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