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Gound Black Pepper

Ground black pepper is the dried and finely milled fruit of Piper nigrum, used worldwide as a pungent seasoning. It adds flavor with minimal calories and contains bioactive compounds such as piperine.

Beneficial properties

antioxidant compounds supports flavor enhancement may aid digestion contains piperine very low calorie

Nutritional highlights

Black pepper provides small amounts of manganese, vitamin K, iron, and fiber, with piperine as its most notable bioactive compound.

Caution. Black pepper may aggravate acid reflux or stomach irritation in sensitive individuals and can affect absorption of some medications through 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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