There is evidence that fruits and vegetables contain less nutrients and minerals than they did even 20 years ago. Many attribute this to new commercial farming practices that lead to soil depletion and introduce new pollutants. As the nutritional value of our food declines while costs rise, it is more important than ever to maximize the nutrients you do consume and take supplements as a preventative measure. Adding black pepper to your food is one of the easiest and most economical ways enhance your health. Black pepper contains a substance called piperine which has demonstrated the ability to increase the bioavilabilty of nutrients in food and supplements. Black Pepper also has the ability to intensify the benefits of other inflammation fighting spices such as turmeric by increasing its bioavilability. Look for supplements that contain a blend of both, such as the new Metabolic Formula Supplements.
How could you incorporate more black pepper into your diet?
Black pepper can be used in unexpected ways to great effect. It is amazing cracked ovee fresh strawberries, on shaved apple and fennel slaw or sprinkled on a grapefruit carmelized under the broiler. I put it on eggs, cold chicken, dark sauteed greens and even in toasted brown rice tea.
This is great info- who knew black pepper was so beneficial! It will be easy to incorporate more in my diet by sprinkling over salads soups sides and almost anything that’s not sweet!