The Secret Power of Black Pepper

Did you know about black pepper’s secret journey? Black pepper, which Indians call

“kali mirch,” isn’t just the most traded spice in history—it was once known as “black gold!”

In ancient times, pepper was so valuable it was used as currency and even paid as rent in medieval

Europe! But here’s the health magic: Black pepper contains a compound called

piperine. Piperine boosts your body’s ability to absorb nutrients—especially turmeric’s “curcumin,”

which makes golden milk or “haldi doodh” such a potent healing drink! Plus,

black pepper helps digestion, fights inflammation, and protects your brain.

So next time you sprinkle pepper, remember—you’re not just adding flavor,