AYURVEDIC FOODS

Black Pepper Benefits (According to Ayurveda)


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How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Recipes with Black Pepper: Grandma's Chicken Soup
Recipes with Black Pepper: Grandma's Chicken Soup
Pungent quality stimulates the heart. Black pepper improves circulation via vasodilation. It destroys mucous in the digestive track and sinuses. Black pepper is a carminative (expels gas) for cold Vata digestion. It is one of the three main ingredients in the popular ayurvedic formula trikatu.

About Black Pepper

The word 'pepper' is dervied from the South Asian word 'pippali'. Pippali (long pepper) is a famous herb in Ayurveda for lung and heart conditions, and is a close relative of black pepper. The word pepper gradually came to include the unrelated New World Peppers (bell peppers, chilis, etc). The word 'pep' is derived from the energizing, spirited qualities of black pepper. Black pepper is native to Southeast Asia. Black pepper was a highly prized commodity in the West, and referred to as black gold.

Buying & Preparation

White pepper is black pepper with the outer skin removed. Green pepper is black pepper before the drying process. It is used in Thai cuisine. Buy whole black peppercorns. Grind whole black peppercorns yourself for maximum freshness and effectiveness. The medicinal effect of spices usually comes from essential oils which evaporate quickly after grinding.

Cooking Black Pepper

Grind coarsley for a rough, rustic and crunchy effect. Finely grind for more inherent heat.

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Is Black Pepper Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?

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AYURVEDA'S GUIDE TO VITALITY & WHOLESOME NOURISHMENT

Your Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body and your specific imbalances. With an Ayurvedic diet you feel joy and satisfaction because what you are eating truly nourishes and balances you. Disease results from diets and lifestyles that are incompatible with your nature. By eating a personalized diet matched to your body, you experience optimal health. See How it Works.
SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp
SPECIES: Piper nigrum
FAMILY: Piperaceae

Metabolic Nature of Black Pepper

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INCREASES
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Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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EASY

ABOUT EASY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.

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HOT

ABOUT HOT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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TASTES
Taste Help

The 6 Tastes

Taste is used to sense the most basic properties and effects of food. Each taste has a specific medicinal effect on your body. Cravings for food with certain tastes indicate your body is craving specific medicinal results from food. Taste is experienced on the tongue and represents your body's reaction to foods. Sweet taste causes physical satisfaction and attraction whereas bitter taste causes discomfort and aversion. Kapha should use less sweet taste while Vata and Pitta would benefit from using more sweet taste. One of the first signs of illness is that your taste and appetite for food changes. The six tastes are sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Do you crave foods with any of the tastes below?

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PUNGENT

ABOUT PUNGENT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Pitta aggravating
HAS THE FOLLOWING
Moves Energy:
Outward

OUTWARD

Outward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.

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Affinity: Respiratory Health
Family: Piperaceae
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Black Pepper
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Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

Digestive

DIGESTIVE

Herbs that encourage healthy digestion.

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Spleen Tonic

SPLEEN-TONIC

An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.

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Burns Toxins

BURNS-TOXINS

An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.

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Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Diaphoretic

DIAPHORETIC

An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.

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Rubefacient

RUBEFACIENT

An herb used topically that causes dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation. The skin will appear red or flushed.

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Flushes Sinuses

FLUSHES-SINUSES

An herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.

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Decongestant

DECONGESTANT

An herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.

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Cardiac Stimulant

CARDIAC-STIMULANT

Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.

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Vasodilator

VASODILATOR

A vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.

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Blood Tonic

MILD BLOOD-TONIC

An herb that produces more blood cells in the body, or otherwise improves blood cell quality or hemoglobin content. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.

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Antispasmodic

ANTISPASMODIC

Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Black Pepper

Mustard

Mustard has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Rubefacient, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Flushes-sinuses, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant

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Mustard Powder

Mustard Powder has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Rubefacient, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Flushes-sinuses, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator

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Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper has these Actions in Common

Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Rubefacient, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Flushes-sinuses, Spleen-tonic

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Mustard Seed

Mustard Seed has these Actions in Common

Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Rubefacient, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Flushes-sinuses, Spleen-tonic

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Rosemary

Rosemary has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Rubefacient

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Thyme (fresh)

Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in Common

Decongestant, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Rubefacient, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic

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Cloves

Cloves has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Rubefacient, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Cardiac-stimulant

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Basil

Basil has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Internal-detoxicant, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic

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Allspice

Allspice has these Actions in Common

Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Cardiac-stimulant, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Decongestant, Rubefacient

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Celery Seed

Celery Seed has these Actions in Common

Burns-toxins, Digestive, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Internal-detoxicant, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Black Pepper

Wild Ginger

Wild Ginger has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Rubefacient, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Vasodilator, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant

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Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz

Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz has these Actions in Common

Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Rubefacient, Spleen-tonic

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Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Blood-tonic, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic

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Pippali

Pippali has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Rubefacient, Vasodilator, Blood-tonic, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive

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Trikatu

Trikatu has these Actions in Common

Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant

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Epsom Salt Bath

Epsom Salt Bath has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses

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Mustard Poultice

Mustard Poultice has these Actions in Common

Flushes-sinuses, Rubefacient, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic

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Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea

Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in Common

Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic

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Hot Shower

Hot Shower has these Actions in Common

Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Vasodilator

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Hot Bath

Hot Bath has these Actions in Common

Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses

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Belly breathing

Belly breathing has these Actions in Common

Antispasmodic, Blood-tonic, Cardiac-stimulant, Decongestant, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant

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Impact of Black Pepper

In each clinical research trial below, students from the Joyful Belly School of Ayurveda ate the selected food for 3 days and reported the pharmacological effects. See other clinical research trials for diet & herbs at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Black Pepper affect your temperature?

0
1
10
39
7
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your ear temperature?

9
16
0
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your sweat quantity?

0
1
29
24
3
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your skin?

0
0
12
0
13
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your tongue body?

1
34
0
21
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the swelling of your tongue body?

10
3
35
More SwellingLess SwellingNo Change
Total Responses: 48 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your appetite/hunger?

0
2
15
34
6
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your digestion speed?

1
36
18
1
1
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

TOXINS

How did Black Pepper affect the amount of gas & bloating?

5
23
24
4
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your stool smell?

0
3
34
18
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

1
33
20
2
1
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your tongue coating?

11
1
3
1
41
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your throat soreness?

4
16
5
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your urine smell?

0
1
46
9
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

0
3
48
5
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your sweat smell?

1
0
35
18
3
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your acne?

4
21
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your freckles/moles?

1
24
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

5
0
0
0
0
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
20
No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of the lower eye lid?

0
1
24
0
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

HYDRATION

How did Black Pepper affect your urine frequency/quantity?

1
3
40
11
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the dryness of your skin?

9
0
16
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the puffiness of lower eye lid?

1
22
2
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the cracks on your tongue?

2
8
39
6
1
Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

FLUID-THICKNESS

How did Black Pepper affect your ear pressure?

2
20
3
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your congestion?

3
7
15
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

2
11
12
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Black Pepper affect your energy levels?

1
1
22
31
2
Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your muscle tension?

1
21
26
8
1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your anxiety?

2
10
32
11
2
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the stillness of your tongue?

4
39
13
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

DIGESTION

How did Black Pepper affect the amount of gas & bloating?

5
23
24
4
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your appetite/hunger?

0
2
15
34
6
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect burning sensations in digestive tract (do not include acid reflux)?

1
1
15
7
1
Much reliefSlight reliefSameSlightly more burningMuch more burning
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your digestion speed?

1
36
18
1
1
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

TONGUE

How did Black Pepper affect the stillness of your tongue?

4
39
13
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?

1
33
20
2
1
Much smallerSlightly lessSameSlightly larger coatingMuch larger
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the cracks on your tongue?

2
8
39
6
1
Larger/longer/more cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly less/smaller/shorterMuch less
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your tongue body?

1
34
0
21
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 56 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your tongue coating?

11
1
3
1
41
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the swelling of your tongue body?

10
3
35
More SwellingLess SwellingNo Change
Total Responses: 48 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

STOOL

How did Black Pepper affect your stool smell?

0
3
34
18
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your stool consistency?

1
20
23
12
1
Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your stool frequency/quantity?

2
5
27
22
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your stool color?

3
1
3
5
45
More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your stool lightness?

1
14
34
7
1
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

URINE

How did Black Pepper affect your urine smell?

0
1
46
9
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your urine lightness?

0
4
40
12
1
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your urine frequency/quantity?

1
3
40
11
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

0
3
48
5
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your urine clarity?

2
44
11
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

SWEAT

How did Black Pepper affect your sweat smell?

1
0
35
18
3
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your sweat quantity?

0
1
29
24
3
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

SKIN

How did Black Pepper affect the dryness of your skin?

9
0
16
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your skin?

0
0
12
0
13
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your freckles/moles?

1
24
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your acne?

4
21
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

EYE

How did Black Pepper affect the color of the lower eye lid?

0
1
24
0
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the puffiness of lower eye lid?

1
22
2
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

5
0
0
0
0
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
20
No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

ENT

How did Black Pepper affect your congestion?

3
7
15
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your ear pressure?

2
20
3
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your throat soreness?

4
16
5
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

2
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More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your ear temperature?

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16
0
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

SYSTEMIC

How did Black Pepper affect your anxiety?

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10
32
11
2
Much less anxietySlightly lessSameSlightly more anxietyMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your temperature?

0
1
10
39
7
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your energy levels?

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1
22
31
2
Much less energySlightly lessSameSlightly more energyMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your muscle tension?

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21
26
8
1
Much less tensionSlightly lessSameSlightly more tensionMuch more
Total Responses: 57 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

HEART

How did Black Pepper affect your heart pain/pressure/cramping?

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1
21
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your heart rate?

0
0
10
15
0
Much slowerSlightly slowerSameSlightly fasterMuch faster
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)

How did Black Pepper affect your heart rhythm?

6
19
0
More palpitationsSameLess palpitations
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:89 (2020-10-10 - 2022-03-01)


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TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Black Pepper may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.

HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?

Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.

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About John Joseph Immel

About the Author

John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University.

John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language.

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