(Natural News) Of the many spices that are staples of a perfect pantry, one stands out as the “king of spices.” Black pepper, a condiment made by grinding the dried berries of the flowering plant Piper nigrum, is used in a lot of cuisines to add a mildly spicy flavor to foods. Next to salt, pepper is […]

(Natural News) Many people consider turmeric (Curcuma longa) to be the most powerful herb on the planet. Others may even argue that it could potentially be the most effective nutritional supplement to ever exist. Such claims are not unfounded. This ancient super spice has been used in India for thousands of years not only for its exotic […]

(Natural News) (Disclaimer: Story contains a promotional link at the end) Culinary spices date back to nearly the dawn of human civilization itself. For thousands of years, people have traded exotic spices all over the world and used them to add flavor to a wide assortment of cuisines. People have also traditionally used spices as […]

(Natural News) Inflammation is at the core of many diseases. It occurs when tissues are damaged through trauma or harmful substances like pathogens or bacteria. Inflammation often causes redness, swelling, and pain, as well as heat. While inflammation is the body’s natural response to restore function, too much of it can have adverse effects on […]

(Natural News) Black pepper is a popular spice used in various cuisines around the globe. This aromatic spice offers numerous health benefits, including promoting both brain and gut health. Black pepper comes from ground peppercorns, which are dried berries from the vine Piper nigrum. The spice has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that complements various dishes. Black pepper is known […]

(Natural News) The main weakness of curcumin can be overcome by taking black pepper alongside turmeric. Pepper contains its own incredibly healthy active compound, piperine. And one of piperine’s many health benefits is to increase the ability of the body to absorb other nutrients, especially those with low bioavailability like curcumin. The similarities between black pepper and turmeric […]

(Natural News) Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a superfood that contains curcumin, an active compound with various health benefits. While it is commonly used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, the curcumin in turmeric has one weakness: its low bioavailability. This means the body can only absorb a very small amount of curcumin after consumption. Thankfully, combining […]

(Natural News) Black pepper comes from black peppercorns — a tiny fruit of the flowering vine called Piper nigrum. It was hailed as the “King of Spices” by traders hundreds of years ago and was also considered as a luxury item in medieval Europe. Today, it is not only used for cooking, but also for […]

(Natural News) Maybe you have heard the success stories about medical marijuana, how this once demonized plant-based medicine is now curing seizure disorders in children and helping patients get off multiple pharmaceutical drugs. But did you know that the Indian spice called turmeric is a powerful healing root that is just as effective as 14 […]

(Natural News) Did you know that aside from being a versatile spice, black pepper (Piper nigrum) has other survival uses? (h/t to MyFamilySurvivalPlan.com) Survival uses of black pepper Black pepper is commonly used in various dishes, and after salt, it’s probably the second most used seasoning. Make sure you stock up on this spice, which also has […]