I put alot of pepper on my food like alot I cover it so I was woundering if is bad for me
2006-11-04 12:23:55 · 7 answers · asked by sterling m 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
"Black pepper (Piper nigrum)stimulates the taste buds in such a way that an alert is sent to to the stomach to increase hydrochloric acid secretion, thereby improving digestion. Hydrochloric acid is necessary for the digestion of proteins and other food components in the stomach. When the body's production of hydrochloric acid is insufficient, food may sit in the stomach for an extended period of time, leading to heartburn or indigestion, or it may pass into the intestines, where it can be used as a food source for unfriendly gut bacteria, whose activities produce gas, irritation, and/or diarrhea or constipation.
Black pepper has long been recognized as a carminitive, (a substance that helps prevent the formation of intestinal gas), a property likely due to its beneficial effect of stimulating hydrochloric acid production. In addition, black pepper has diaphoretic (promotes sweating), and diuretic (promotes urination) properties.
Black pepper has demonstrated impressive antioxidant and antibacterial effects--yet another way in which this wonderful seasoning promotes the health of the digestive tract. And not only does black pepper help you derive the most benefit from your food, the outer layer of the peppercorn stimulates the breakdown of fat cells, keeping you slim while giving you energy to burn."
2006-11-04 12:29:18 · answer #1 · answered by Albertan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it's not. I do the same thing!!! I LOVE PEPPER! It just makes everything taste better. My dad would always tell me that I don't need so much pepper, but then I can't eat without it. : ) : ) : )
2006-11-04 20:34:21 · answer #2 · answered by xXPrincessXx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some ppl say that black pepper causes stomach upset,i know someone who does get belly aches if he eats it.i personally use red(cayenne)pepper when i cook.it tastes better and it is good for you.(it can also help when you are under the weather)especially when taken in pill form.
2006-11-04 20:34:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not bad for you...in fact there have been studies that show that pepper and spicy foods increase your metabolism.
2006-11-04 20:37:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, pepper is a good digestive aide.
2006-11-04 20:26:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No silly. But I've had a history of ulcers and gastritis and that really hurts my condition...bad. So, unless you have intestinal issues, go for it.
2006-11-04 20:26:36 · answer #6 · answered by sweetie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. But try other spices as well. Curry?
2006-11-04 20:26:12 · answer #7 · answered by sci55 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋