Spice · India

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

SpiceIndiaMedium potency

Traditional Uses

Bioavailability enhancerDigestive stimulantAnti-inflammatoryTraditionally used for chesty coughs

Traditionally used for

Traditionally prepared as

Add to food daily. Combine with turmeric for enhanced absorption.

This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.

Safety profile

Generally safe in culinary amounts.

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Categories

#digestion#absorption#spice

This profile is educational. Herbal remedies can be powerful and may interact with medications. Always discuss new supplements with your physician or pharmacist before starting, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while taking prescription drugs.