White Pepper / Vellai Milagu (Raw)
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The Secret Spice: Exploring the Immunity-Boosting Power of White Pepper;
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
English Name: White Pepper
Tamil Name: வெள்ளை மிளகு – Vellai Milagu
Hindi Name: सफ़ेद मिर्च /safed mirch
Malayalam Name: വെളുത്ത കുരുമുളക് / veḷutta kurumuḷak
About White Pepper / Vellai Milagu :
White pepper comes from the Piper nigrum plant. Both black and white peppercorns are fruits of the plant, but they are processed differently. Black peppercorns are harvested when almost ripe and dried in the sun, turning the outer layer black. White pepper is made by removing the outer layer from the seed after drying. Peppercorns are a common spice used in cooking worldwide. They have been used historically in herbal medicine and food preservation. White pepper is a good choice for people with high blood pressure as it is low in sodium and saturated fat. It is also a healthy option for those seeking a balanced diet. White pepper contains 23 grams of carbohydrates, providing 296 calories per 100 grams. It is also a source of Vitamin C and calcium.
Health Benefits White Pepper / Vellai Milagu :
- Zinc is found in white pepper, which helps to improve sperm motility. Zinc promotes hair and muscle growth.
- This herb has no known side effects.
- Fight cancer: Dalhousie University Research indicates that white pepper can fight colon cancer.
- Aid indigestion: White pepper aids in releasing hydrochloric acids, which are essential for digestion. White pepper is also rich in fibre. Fibre improves gastric juice discharge and speeds up peristaltic movement. This makes digestion easier, helps prevent constipation and protects against serious conditions such as colorectal carcinoma.
- Energy production and antioxidant defence: White pepper contains a lot of manganese. Manganese is a cofactor that plays a role in producing energy and antioxidant defences.
- Dental health: White Pepper is a natural remedy for tooth decay. It also provides relief quickly from toothache.
- Skin Conditions: White pepper contains piperine, which can help fight vitiligo.
