According to Sadhguru, black pepper is very highly pranic and if you consume it regularly, it can help clean the arteries. He warns that spices must be used in small quantities and under proven supervision of an expert. When spices are used in large quantities, they lower the hemoglobin content in the blood. According to a study, essential oils of black pepper seeds are known to have antioxidant properties and have inhibitory effects on angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), a key enzyme linked to hypertension. The essential oil exhibits strong antioxidant activity and concentration-dependent inhibition of ACE enzyme activity in vitro, which supports a potential mechanism by which black pepper may help manage and prevent hypertension. Also, the compound piperine in black pepper helps increase metabolism, which can support weight management and fat breakdown. Piperine also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce oxidative stress, a factor linked to hypertension.
How to consume: One can crush pepper and add them to chai, salads or curries. For better results, mix pepper with turmeric and add to milk or curries.