Piperine is an alkaloid that gives black pepper (Piper nigrum) its pungency. It is slightly soluble in water and highly soluble in alcohol, chloroform and ether. Piperine has a long history of use in some types of traditional medicine. Its primary commercial use is in modern herbal medicine.
What is piperine?
Piperine is one of the main ingredients in pepper. It gives this spice a peppery taste and aroma. The greatest amount of piperine is found in black, white, green and coloured pepper, respectively. Piperine is an alkaloid, a naturally occurring chemical compound with multifaceted effects on the human body natu.care
Piperine
Piperine, derived from black pepper and long pepper, is a versatile supplement that not only increases the absorption and efficacy of crucial nutrients like curcumin, selenium, and vitamin B6 but also supports weight management through its thermogenic effects, aids in stress relief, and provides additional benefits for respiratory health, digestion, and joint well-being.
Keywords: Anti-depressant effects; Bioavailability enhancer; In*sulin-resistance; Piperine.
Piperine is a plant compound found in black pepper that may have many effects on the body, including:
- Anti-inflammatory: Piperine can reduce inflammation by inhibiting the enzymes that break down collagen tissue.
- Digestive aid: Piperine stimulates the production of stomach acid and pancreatic enzymes, which can help with digestion and the breakdown of food.
- Blood sugar: Piperine may improve in*sulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar spikes.
- Stress management: Piperine can increase the production of adrenali ne and other catecholamines, which may help with temporary stress.
- Antidepressant: Piperine may stimulate the body to produce more serotonin, a hormone that regulates mood.
- Antioxidant: Piperine has antioxidant properties.
- Brain and gut health: Piperine may help maintain brain and gut health.
- Nutrient absorption: Piperine may help enhance nutrient absorption.
- Cancer cell growth: Piperine may help combat cancer cell growth.
- Brain function: Piperine may boost brain function.
- Seizure activity: Piperine may provide protection against seizures in epilepsy.
- Radiation protection: Piperine may provide protection against radiation, so it can be administered to cancer patients before radiotherapy.
The most important properties of piperine are: increasing the bioavailability of nutrients and drugs (by up to 30%-200%), supporting weight loss, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and antioxidant effects, and supporting the nervous, cardiovascular and digestive systems natu.care
* The statements in this section have not been evaluated by the FDA or EFSA.
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