Black pepper

Black pepper

Piper nigrum
Reference AMEOBLA
Part of plant Dried near-ripe fruits
Country of Origin Madagascar

Applications
Black pepper will steady and warm the digestion, lessening nausea and assisting appetite, it is believed to help strengthen the immune system against infections and viruses including colds and flu.

In cases where the muscles and joints are stiff, sore and generally poor in condition, black pepper is intensely warming and stimulating. With its capacity to ease arthritic and rheumatic discomfort, restore vitality to sluggish circulation and relax aches, pains, stiffness and sprains, the oil is justly honoured as a superior tonic.
How to Use
Diluted in a vegetable oil or in a vaporiser.
Safety Data
Non-toxic and non-sensitising, the oil may prove an irritant in high concentration.
About the Product
Mentions of pepper can be found in Roman writings of the 5th Century and it is said that Attila demanded around 3,000 lb of pepper as part of a ransom for the city of Rome. With its potent, spicy and pungent aroma, black pepper is still used to disguise a multitude of culinary disasters. The essential oil is extracted from the crushed, dried corns of the plantís delicate white flowers and is as beneficial to the digestion as its condiment sibling is to the palate. Although fiery on the tongue, black pepper is soothing in the digestive system and can provide effective relief for complaints and infections in this area. It can also be used to smooth out muscular aches and pains and bring relief to tired, stiff joints. Pepper can be an irritant in high concentrations
The oil can cause a negative reaction with prolonged exposure to bright sunshine or Ultraviolet light.