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The Amazing Health Benefits of Black Pepper (Kali Mirch)

India grows as well as produces ample of spices all around the world. And black pepper, popularly known as Kaali Mirch is one of those spices that enhance the flavor of the food. Since centuries, people have been using black pepper for the different reasons. Due to its medicinal properties people use kaali mirch for treatment of various diseases.

Jyoti Bisht
Black Pepper in the bowl
Black Pepper in the bowl

India grows as well as produces ample spices all around the world. And black pepper, popularly known as Kaali Mirch is one of those spices that enhance the flavor of the food. 

For centuries, people have been using black pepper for different reasons. Due to its medicinal properties, people use kali mirch for the treatment of various diseases. 

Cures Tumour: 

Kaali Mirch has antioxidants that prevent many diseases such as breast cancer, prostate cancer, and colorectal cancer. It cures many diseases because of piperine which is found in black pepper. 

Cold & Cough: 

Kali Mirch has been using ayurvedic practices to make medicines and tonics. The tonics for cold & cough have kali mirch as an ingredient. It directly fights with the bacteria which causes mucus or phlegm in the throat. Even we drink soup with some added kali mirch in it to cure cough. 

Prevents Peptic ulcers: 

A number of researches have proven that it also cures peptic ulcers as well as gastric problems. Kaali Mirch has rich dietary and anti-inflammatory properties. 

Prevents cancer: 

A person should add kali mirch to his diet or food because it helps in fighting cancer. The studies credit the piperine which is found in black pepper to prevent cancer. 

Improves Oral Health: 

A simple massage with kali Mirch powder relieves the toothache and other oral healths as well. Due to its rich antibacterial properties, black pepper is used for the treatment of gum and oral problems. 

You need a pinch of pepper powder and add some salt in it then start rubbing the affected area for the results. If you have a toothache, you can mix it with clove oil and apply it to the gums. 

Helps in Quit Smoking: 

Black pepper can help you get rid of smoking as it has significant elements. Inhaling black pepper stops the craving to smoke and it has been proven in many studies. 

Vitamins and Minerals 

These tiny seeds are rich in nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. You will be amazed after knowing these health benefits of it. Black pepper contains Folic acid, Copper, Iron, choline, Riboflavin, Calcium, Phosphorous, Zinc, Thiamin, etc. 

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