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Ceylon Black Pepper
- Known as: King of spices
- Scientific: Piper Nigrum
- Available as: Seeds | Powder
- Available weights:
50g | 100g | 200g | 250g | 500g | 1kg | 25kg
Why Ceylon Black Pepper
Grown in mid and low regions of Sri Lanka, known for its plentitude of the alkaloid, Ceylon black pepper is considered superior to the other types of black pepper found in the global market, as it is rich in piperine, which gives the Ceylon pepper a distinct pungency.
Ceylon produces only a mere 2% of black pepper to the world market. Ceylon black pepper has a high demand and a higher price for its richness in piperine. Tastes richly aromatic, with floral and citrus notes, while retains a strong pungency. Compared to other pepper, Ceylon black pepper is rich in piperine, which contains numerous health benefits. And it is within safe limits recommended by FAO/WHO guidelines.
Process of production
Ceylon black pepper is harvested once every year during the monsoon season from May to August of the island nation. The green colored berries will be harvested and the berries will be thrashed to separate the peppercorns without damaging the peppercorns.
These round shaped peppercorns will be dipped in hot water for about 2 minutes, to provide it a nice pinheaded shape. The peppercorns then be sun dried for 4 to 7 days under strict food safe environment to produce the world-renowned Ceylon black pepper.
Impressive health benefits of Ceylon Black Pepper
Multiple researches and sources have found Ceylon black pepper to show impressive health benefits.
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Assists weight loss
- The presence of phytonutrients in black pepper assists weight loss by subduing appetite and preventing the formation of fat cells. Daily consumption of black pepper helps to boost metabolism, helps remove extra fat and toxins.
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Reduces the occurrence of cancer
- Black pepper is rich in piperine, which has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer activities. Piperine helps to get rid of free radicals and controls further growth of tumor.
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Lowers cholesterol levels
- Rich in piperine Ceylon black pepper slows down enzymes that promotes fat formation and helps to lower LDL and overall cholesterol levels without affecting good HDL cholesterol significantly. Bad LDL cholesterol is connected to problems such as heart disease.
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Reduces blood sugar levels
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Piperine helps to stabilize the glucose levels in blood and it acts as a bio enhancer for metformin, which helps to reduce blood sugar levels.
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Treats Gum inflammation
- Black pepper has the ability reduce the occurrence of Gum inflammation and other kinds of Oral infections through its anti-inflammatory properties. Black pepper has been widely used as an instant cure for tooth aches from ancient times.
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Improves brain health
- Piperine in black pepper disables enzymes that break down signaling molecules serotine and dopamine. Which helps to feel good and calm. It also helps to reduce plaque formation in brain which reduces the risk of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
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A natural antidepressant
- Piperine in black pepper helps to reduce the levels of oxidative stress, which is one of the reasons for anxiety. While it helps to curb monoamine oxidase (Responsible for depression), it also induces the release of hormones Serotonin and dopamine (which are happy hormones).
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Reduces the occurrence of pseudo seizure
- pseudo seizure in caused due to the psychological stresses such as mental stress. Piperine helps to control the flow of calcium and improves the nerve activity in brain. This helps to reduce the occurrence of pseudo seizure.
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Summarized Table
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| Grade | Average Density (g/l) | Average Price (subject to change) per Kg (USD) 01/31/2023 | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| BP GR1 | 575-625 | 8.8 | Highly pungent / In high demand |
| BP GR2 | 525-549 | 7.9 | In high demand |
| BP GR3 | 475-524 | 7.2 | In high demand |
| BP Powder | - | 8-9 | In high demand |
Description of each Grade
- BP GR1 (Average Density - 575-625grams/liter)
- BP GR2 (Average Density – 525-574grams/liter)
- BP GR3 (Average Density – 475-524grams/liter)
- BP Powder
- This is the highest grade of Ceylon black pepper. It consists of fully ripened pepper berries. It has a strong pungency than the other grades.
- This is the 2nd best grade of Ceylon black pepper. It consists of fully ripened pepper berries. It has a strong pungency, marginally lesser than of the GR1. It has a high demand in the market, and this is the mostly available grade.
- This is the 3rd best grade of Ceylon black pepper. It consists of semi ripened pepper berries. It has a strong pungency, lesser than of the GR1 and GR2. It has a high demand in the market.
- Not mixed with other black pepper
- 100 mesh ground/crushed
- Can be easily added to any food
Ceylon black pepper powder is blended using quality Ceylon black pepper cones. Ceylon black pepper powder has a strong pungency than the other black pepper found in the market. Consumers should be aware that there are so called Ceylon black pepper powders in the market blended with other kind of black pepper.