Health Benefits of Black Pepper – The King of Spices & Nature’s Fat Burner!

Health Benefits of Black Pepper a.k.a Kali Mirch – The King of Spices and Nature’s Fat Burner

Black Pepper (Kali Mirch in Hindi) – said to be king of spices that is rightful because of its benefits than just being a spice. Just like turmeric, you would surely find black peppercorns or powder in your kitchen. Its aroma is as potent as its benefits, making you sneeze if you smell the powder. Don’t try it:p

“Piperine” is the main active ingredient responsible for the numerous health benefits of black pepper.

In India, Just like Turmeric, Black pepper is considered an essential part of Indian cuisine. It has been used in ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicines since ancient times.

Interesting Facts About Black Pepper

1) The word pepper is derived from the old English word ‘pipor’, the Latin word ‘piper’, and the Sanskrit word ‘pippali’ meaning berry.

2) Piperine – the main active ingredient in black pepper raises your metabolism and is used in many fat burners, pre-workouts, and weight loss supplements. Check their label, and you would find “Bioperine/Piperine” as one of their ingredients.

3) Black pepper works amazingly as a natural appetite suppressant. Just like cinnamon, black pepper can help you lose more weight along with a “calorie deficit diet”.

4) Pepper increases the absorption of curcumin – the main active ingredient found in turmeric up to 2000% i.e. 20 times. It also increases the uptake of certain nutrients and anti-oxidants.

5) It’s the world’s most traded spice due to its numerous benefits.

6) It’s one of the top spices used in restaurants as well. You would always find it sitting on the table along with salt as ‘condiments’.

7) Vietnam followed by India is the biggest consumer of black pepper in the world. (1)

8) Russians like to sprinkle black pepper in their vodka and gin to make it a spicy alcoholic drink.

9) Interestingly, during the 11th century, peppercorns were considered “black gold” and a high-value commodity used in the barter system. Even the house rents, dowries, and taxes were paid off with peppercorns.

10) When Rome was captured back in AD 410, 3,000 pounds of pepper were demanded as ransom.

11) Pepper loses its flavor and fragrance through evaporation, so it’s best to keep it in an airtight box and pound it fresh as required.

12) Ancient Egyptians used peppercorns for preserving mummies. It’s said that peppercorns were stuffed inside the nostrils of Egyptian Pharaoh – Ramses the Great (1303-1213 BC) when he was mummified. Yes, that’s how old this spice is.

Health Benefits of Black Pepper (Kali Mirch)

1. Natural Fat Burner & Diuretic

Black pepper fires up your metabolism and works as a natural thermogenic. This slightly elevates your body temperature and gives it the desired warmth and kick.

A study showed that piperine also blocks the formation of fat cells. (3)

It has diaphoretic and diuretic properties which can make you sweat more and shed more water-weight. It flushes all the toxins and unwanted water which your body has retained, and makes your face look bloated.

Piperine in black pepper also works as a natural appetite suppressant, making you feel satiated and eat less (4) (5). This makes black pepper one of the best natural fat burners that aids in weight loss.

You would find “Bioperine” as an added ingredient in many of the top fat burners, pre-workouts, coenzyme q10, and weight loss supplements. Bioperine/Piperine are also sold as stand-alone supplements.

Bonus Tip: Try eating 1-2 peppercorns or a big pinch of black pepper powder before working out or walking for the thermogenic effect. You can also have it along with your black coffee or green tea for pronounced thermogenic effects. Thank me later:)

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