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Black Pepper

Seed · Digestion/Detox

Parts Used
Seed
Typical Dosage
1/4 tsp crushed
Max Dosage
1 tsp/day
Preparation
Simmer 5 min
Storage
Dry, cool
Risk Level
Moderate

Flavor Profile

Spicy

Effects

Absorption (Piperine)DigestionAntioxidant

Potential use: Absorption

Warnings
Stomach upsetIncreases drug absorption

Synergies

Turmeric

Conflicts & Interactions

Many drugs (increases absorption)

Often paired with Black Pepper

Herbs whose entries list Black Pepper as a synergy.

Curcuma longa (Turmeric)Curcuma longa (Curcumin)

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