Peppercorn mix (4 pepper), whole

Scientific Name: Piper nigrum
Piperaceae

AKA: Pepper
Parts Used: Fruit, essential oil
Active Compounds:alkaloids, volatile oil, proteins, minerals

Background: Pepper is widely used as a spice for food. Peppercorns can be green, black, red, or white. It has a distinctive taste and works as a digestive stimulant. It once played an important part in history when it was used as a ransom by Attila the Hun during his battle with Rome.

Applications:Stimulant

Pepper is primarily used as a digestive stimulant.

Digestive System: Pepper helps to stimulate the digestive system and the circulatory system. It helps to treat stomachache, bloating, nausea, and helps to increase appetite.

Fever: The essential oil helps to reduce fever.

Pain relief: The essential oil helps to releive pain from toothache and rheumatism. It also works as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent.

Description:
Pepper is a perennial woody p lan thtat grows natively in India. It is cultivated worldwide in tropical areas. The fruit (peppercorns) is harvested after the plant turns three years old.

Dosage:

Pepper may be taken by adding it to food, as a decoction, and used as an essential oil.

Safety:
Do not take the essential oil internally unless you are supervised by a health care professional. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.

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