All in All Health TIP: More Than a Spice - Black Pepper. Native to India, pepper has played a very important role throughout history and has been a prized spice since ancient times being used to both honor the gods and to pay taxes and ransoms. Black pepper is perhaps the most popular spice in the world added to almost every type of recipe imaginable. Black pepper comes from the pepper plant, a smooth woody vine that can grow up to 33 feet in hot and humid tropical climates. Black pepper is a hot, pungent spice with a host of health benefits, it is used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine. It contains iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, chromium, vitamins A and C, and other nutrients. Here are top health benefits of black pepper: - Improves digestion - Increases nutrient absorption - Stimulates appetite - Facilitate weight loss - Helps clear congestion - Proven antibacterial agent - Combats arthritis - Promote detoxification via sweating and increased urination, while the outer layer of peppercorns facilitates the breakdown of fat cells - Fights cancer and prevents other diseases - Works as a natural antidepressant - Treats teeth and gum problems Few tips for cooking with Black Pepper: - Add pepper that you have freshly ground in a mill at the end of the cooking process. Since it loses its flavor and aroma if cooked for too long, adding it near the end will help to preserve its flavor. - Keep a pepper mill on your dining table so that you can add its intense spark to a host of different recipes that you prepare. - Olive oil, lemon juice, salt and cracked pepper make a delicious salad dressing. Have a Happy and Healthy Day!
Posted on: Fri, 10 Oct 2014 05:00:00 +0000
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