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Spices
Pepper
Pepper usually refers to black pepper, the dried berry of Piper nigrum used as a common culinary spice. It adds pungency and aroma to savory dishes and is used in whole, cracked, or ground form.
Beneficial properties
antioxidant compounds
supports flavor without sodium
contains piperine
may aid digestion
Nutritional highlights
Black pepper contains small amounts of manganese, vitamin K, iron, and fiber, along with the bioactive compound piperine.
Conditions it helps with
Bloating, Gas, & Indigestion
Includes: Indigestion
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Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Nutrient Assimilation (general)
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Stomach Ulcers & Gastritis
Includes: Gastritis
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