Additional health benefits of black pepper

In addition to increasing the bioavailability of nutrients and compounds, black pepper extract may also have its own health benefits. 

• Piperine can act as a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound, helping to fight free radicals and oxidative stress. [8]
  
  
• It may also act as a fat burner by enhancing energy expenditure. [9] 
• In traditional medicine paradigms like Ayurveda, an important benefit of black pepper includes enhanced digestion and gut health.
  
  
• It may support cardiovascular health and lower the risk of heart disease by helping to improve cholesterol levels and promoting a healthier inflammatory response. [10] [11]
  
  
• Animal studies suggest that piperine has promising results for supporting brain health. Particularly in symptoms relating to neurodegenerative health conditions like Alzheimers disease. [12]
  
  
• It may improve blood sugar control, as seen by results from both animal and human clinical trials. [13]
  
  

However, further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms behind these effects and how they may be beneficial for human health since most findings are derived from in vitro or animal studies.

Safety & interactions

It is important to note that while black pepper extract can enhance the bioavailability of many nutrients and compounds, certain medications may have drug interactions with black pepper. 

Piperine has been shown to inhibit the activity of drug-metabolizing enzymes in the liver, which can lead to increased levels of certain medications in the body. This can potentially cause harmful side effects and should be discussed with a healthcare professional before taking black pepper extract supplements if you’re currently on any medication.

Black pepper has a long and fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years. The spice is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, where it was used as a form of currency and traded along ancient spice routes. 

By the 4th century BC, black pepper had become an important commodity in the trade between India and the Western world. In the Middle Ages, it was so highly valued that it was often used as a form of currency, and was even used to pay taxes and rent. 

During the Age of Exploration, Europeans ventured further east in search of spices like black pepper, leading to the establishment of trade routes and the colonization of new territories. 

Final thoughts

In conclusion, black pepper extract (piper nigrum) has been shown to enhance the effectiveness of dietary supplements by increasing the bioavailability, resulting in enhanced nutrient absorption. 

By inhibiting certain enzymes in the liver and intestines, piperine can allow more of these substances to be absorbed and utilized by the body making it one of the most important active ingredients in many nutritional and herbal supplements. That’s why it’s included in NutriRise Ashwagandha, Irish Sea Moss Complex, DIM Complex, and Men’s Vitality. 

Overall, incorporating black pepper extract into supplement regimens may be a simple and effective way to increase the bioavailability and overall effectiveness of various nutrients and compounds!