Black Pepper when dried, this plant-derived spice is referred to as a peppercorn, and is then ground into a powder to be put on food to add flavor and spice. Because of its antibacterial properties, pepper is also used to preserve food. It is a rich source of manganese, iron, potassium, vitamin-C, vitamin K, and dietary fiber.
Some of the other health benefits of black pepper are: It Increases Nutrient Absorption, Improves Digestion, Stimulates Appetite, Facilitates Weight Loss, Relieves Gas and Helps Clear Congestion.
yes in the sense that your body can 'deal' with it, but no in the sense that it has no food value as such
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black pepper,
why black pepper a herb
yes
medicena value of plants
The role of food has many uses for medicinal values and nutritional uses. Hot red pepper, for example, can be used both medicinally and nutritionally. Medically it can be used topically as a cream for pain relief. Nutritionally, if eaten it is a digestive aid for weight loss.
Black pepper is called "gol morich" in Bengal.
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The botanical name of black pepper is Piper nigrum.
Black pepper is the whole peppercorn and white pepper is the peppercorn with the shell removed. Black pepper has a black outer shell that has a strong flavor while white pepper is milder in flavor. Use white pepper in dishes such as white sauce where color makes a difference in presentation. Darker dishes will use the black pepper.
black is healthier :o)