Honey and black pepper have been used for various medicinal properties since ancient times. Here’s a remarkable fact about honey. It has been used for at least 8000 years! Cave paintings in Spain depict humans foraging for love! On the other hand, not many know that black pepper is indigenous to Southwest India.
In this article, we will tell you about the benefits of honey and black pepper for health and give you a quick recipe to experience maximum benefits.
Using organically grown black pepper and honey is one of the easiest ways to ensure that you eat healthy as they are chemical-free, good for the environment, and support the Indian farmer.
Read on to find out more about these common kitchen ingredients.
Nutritional Values Honey Black Pepper
Calories 63.8 15.9
Protein 0.1g 0.7g
Total Carbohydrates 17.3g 4.1g
Sugars 17.2g 0g
Dietary Fibre 0g 1.7g
Total Fat 0g 0.2g
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids 0g 10g
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids 0g 60.6g
Vitamin K 0mcg 10.2mcg
Iron 0mg 1.8mg
Manganese 0mg 0.4mg
Potassium 10.9mg 78.7mg
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Health Benefits of Honey and Black Pepper
Honey:
- It is Antibacterial
According to the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, honey exhibits antibacterial activity. The reason for its potency is that microbial resistance against it has never been found. - It Helps Prevent Diseases
Along with antibacterial properties, honey also has anti-inflammatory, apoptotic, and antioxidant properties that make it a ‘miracle remedy for treating many diseases.
Research published in the journal Pharmacognosy Research found that honey shows positive effects when used to treat gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and neurological diseases. It also helps in cancer, asthma, diabetes mellitus, etc. - It Aids in Wound-Healing
The same research published in the Pharmacognosy Research journal states that honey has excellent wound-healing properties. It can help in the faster healing of internal and external wounds by releasing cytokines that repair tissues. It is the oldest healing medicine known to humanity.
Black Pepper: - It Can Help You Feel Less Depressed
Apart from having antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties like honey, black pepper also works as an antidepressant, states a journal titled, ‘Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition. The pipeline in black pepper exhibits drug-like actions. - It Strengthens the Digestive Tract
Black pepper is gastro-protective and enhances the function of the digestive tract, according to research by Mc Cormick Science Institute. Better digestion leads to better gut health and effective elimination of toxins from our body through excretion. However, it also increases energy expenditure.
How to Use Honey With Black Pepper?
One of the simplest and most effective ways to use honey with black pepper is by adding them to hot water. Here’s a quick recipe:
Ingredients
4-5 freshly ground black pepper kernels
1-2 tsp organic honey
1-2 cups of water
How to Prepare
Bring about 2 cups of water to boil.
Add freshly ground peppercorns and let the mixture cook for five more minutes.
Turn off the heat and add honey. Stir well.
This recipe will help a lot when you have a cough, cold or sore throat. Instead of using plain boiling water, you can also add these to your cup of green or black tea.
Three Cheers For Honey and Black Pepper
Use this recipe to incorporate honey and pepper into your diet. You can also replace sugar with love in almost everything that you sweeten. A little sprinkle of black pepper (freshly grind it to enjoy its rich flavor
) on your food along with salt will enhance its taste.
It is wiser to start following good eating habits today than popping pills tomorrow. While you may find it difficult to eat fruits every day or eat lots of greens, using honey and black pepper should be much easier as they can be added to many dishes and beverages. Always use the organic variety to get maximum nutritional benefits. Get healthier today!