Black pepper

Pepper seeds are actually flowering tree fruits of the Piperaceae family. Black pepper is native to India; However, Vietnam is currently the largest exporter of black pepper in the world, followed by India, Brazil, China and Sri Lanka. Pepper, which is used in almost every style of cooking, accounts for 20% of the world’s spice trade.

History of black pepper:

In ancient Egypt, this spice was used to preserve mummies. For example, Ramesses the Great’s nostrils were filled with peppercorns to help keep his body clean. Many thought that it can be effective for insomnia and toothache.
Also, the ancient Romans and Greeks loved black pepper. In fact, the ancient Roman cookbook, Apicius, written in AD 4, used this spice in 80% of its recipes.

The best method of maintenance:

Peppercorns get their pungency from a chemical called Piperine, which is found in the fruit and seeds of peppercorns. Piperine actually breaks down when exposed to heat, air, and light. Therefore, peppercorns and grounded pepper must be stored properly or used quickly.

Benefits and properties of black pepper:

• Improve brain function
• Controling Blood sugar
• Cholesterol reduction
• Reduce inflammation
• Antioxidant and anticancer