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Black pepper is a healthy ingredient. It has properties that make it valuable for health.
Antibacterial properties of black pepper
A powerful antioxidant
Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage the body’s cells and tissues. In moderate doses, they are used by the immune system to attack pathogenic bacteria and viruses. However, when produced in excess, they become problematic, causing inflammation, premature aging, heart disease and certain cancers.
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Rich in viperin, a plant compound with powerful antioxidant properties, black pepper prevents or delays the damaging effects of free radicals.
An excellent anti-inflammatory agent
Chronic inflammation can be an underlying factor in many diseases such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
The main active ingredient in pepper, piperine, can effectively fight inflammation.
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