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Hi All, today we are going to see top 12 health benefits of long pepper.
Introduction
Long pepper also called ‘Indian long pepper’ is a flowering vine. It is a fragrant plant which has soft stem that climbs on other plants or spread on ground.
Its branches are thin and hairy. It bears dark green colour leaves which are soft, smooth, glossy, 2-4 inch long and 1-2 inch wide and heart-shaped leaves. It looks similar as the pan leaves. They are alternatively arranged and has pointed tips.
The leaves have very prominent veins. It bears flowers which are unisex; consisting of both male and female flowers. As other peppers, the plant bears berries which are long and shapes like elephant trunk. It has same size as a match stick.
When unripe the fruit is green and turns light red when ripe and dark dusty when dried. The fruits are also called ‘pippali‘.
Grows in warm and temperate areas of India. The buds of very plant is usable which is considered as one of the important spices
Nutrients in Long pepper
Aso called Indian long pepper contains a volatile, fragrant oil; piplatin, sesenin and pipla-sterol. The whole plant is usable especially its berries and the roots. The root contains piperin, steroids, glucosides, pipelartin and piperlonguminin. It is bitter, hot and warm in nature. Long pepper has multi use; some of them are listed below.
Uses of Long pepper
- Mostly used in the cooking of non-vegetarian items like Biryanis, kababs and many others.
- Widely used to prepare vegetable pickles.
- It is widely used in Malaysian and Indonesian cuisines.
Now, we will be talking about the health benefits. Since from a long time, it has been used as a traditional medicine. It has the higher potency to cure many types of diseases. Due to its warm and hot nature, it has the capacity to cure diseases. so, lets move towards the health benefits.
12 Health benefits of Long pepper
1For Insomnia
Insomnia, also called sleeplessness; is a disease in which the person becomes unable to sleep or rest properly.
- Grind 1-3 gm powder of root with sugar.
- You can also use double amount of jaggery indeed. Give this mixture twice a day.
- It cures digestion related disorders and results in sound sleep.
- This process is commonly administered in aged persons.
2For Headache
- Grind equal quantities of long pepper, black pepper, raisin and ginger root.
- Cook this powder in butter.
- Strain the misture and give to the patient . It cures headache.
- Or, grind long pepper in water and apply the paste on forehead.
3For Toothache
- Take 1-2 gm of long pepper powder and mix with rock salt, turmeric powder and mustard oil.
- Apply this mixture on teeth.
- It cures toothache.
4For Heart problems
- Take equal quantities of long pepper root and green cardamom.
- Grind them into a fine powder.
- Give 3 gm of this powder with ghee; twice a day.
- It cures constipation and heart disorders.
- Mix equal quantities of long pepper powder and powder of bark of root of lemon.
- Give 3 gm of this powder with the decoction of Arjuna on empty stomach.
- It cures heart pain and other incurable heart disorders.
5Benefits of Long pepper For Piles
- Give 1/2 teaspoon of long pepper powder, roasted cumin seeds and a little amount of rock salt with butter milk.
- Give this mixture twice a day on empty stomach.
- Grind equal quantities of long pepper, rock salt and goat’s milk.
- Apply this paste on boils.
6For Insect bite
- Grind the root of long pepper and apply on the insect bite.
- It is also beneficial in poisonous insect bites.
7For Obesity
- Give 2 gm powder of its root with honey; thrice a day.
- Continue this for few weeks. It cures obesity.
- Keep in mind, after taking the dose; do not take anything solid except water at least for n hour.
- This will surely help reduce obesity.
8For IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
- Mix equal quantities of long pepper powder, Indian hemp and ginger root.
- This this dosage twice to thrice a day before meals.
- It cures even severe case of IBS.
9For Hiccoughs
- Mix equal quantities of powder of long pepper and liquorice root.
- Mix equal amount of sugar to it.
- Give 3 gm of this mixture with the juice of lime and water.
- It cures hiccoughs and vomiting too.
- This can also be taken with honey followed with water.
10For Liver enlargement
- Give 2-4 gm powder with 1 teaspoon of honey; twice a day.
- It cures liver enlargement.
- Or, take the decoction of long pepper root.
- It promotes digestive fire and cures vata and kapha disorders.
11For Migraine
- Mix equal quantities of powder of peepal and bach.
- Give 3 gm of this mixture twice a day with milk or warm water.
- It cures migraine pain.
12For Galactogogue
- Give 2 gm powder of its berries with 1/2 teaspoon of Asparagus and honey mixed in it.
- It should be given twice a day followed by milk.
- It enhances the milk production in lactating mothers.
Nomenclature of Long Pepper
English name of lamba kaagaj ?
Long pepper
Hindi name of Long pepper ?
Peepal
Sanskrit name of lamba kaagaj or Long pepper ?
Pippali, Vaidehi, Magadhi and Krishna
Kingdom of lamba kaagaj or Long pepper ?
Plantae
Family name of lamba kaagaj ?
Piperaceae
Botanical name of lamba kaagaj ?
Piper longum
Side-effects of Long pepper
so, you have seen benefits of Long pepper , yet it accompanies certain side-effects with it; some of them are listed below;
- Pregnant and lactating omen should consume long pepper in limited quantities; as over intake can be harmful due to its hot nature.
- It should be medicated under a medical supervisor as it can even lead to skin rashes and other allergies.
- It may also cause intestinal inflammation and raise in body temperature.
So, in this way we saw the multiple benefits and uses. It seems to be a simple spice but is far more than that. It is a highly beneficial ingredient used since from immemorial times. So, add these useful things in your diet and stay well. Take care and live well!
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31 Comments
Very useful information
Thank you for the comment.
Is long pepper same as lendi pimpli ( marathi name) ?
Yes, you are right Sunanda mam.
Same herb, different names in different regions.
Regards,
Sanjeev
Dear Sony, A friend of mine told me that long pepper could also have a roll on limiting the grow of cancer cells. I have a NH mantle cell cancer which is non-curable with present available Western medicines. Do you know of any results with combatting cancers with long pepper? Thank you
According to the studies and research done, it has been proved that Long pepper has promising affect to kill cancer cells without affecting healthy cells. You should better consult an Ayurvedic physician nearby, and ask about the treatment. All the best and may you get well soon!
Hey dear don’t know if this reply will ever reach you but Colloidal Silver, Colloidal Copper and Food grade Hydrogen Peroxide could be really helpful in your case….Manoj
I have a variety (small white fruits) of Piper Longum in my garden (Houston,USA), here it is subtropical weather. The plants seem to have naturalized and keep coming back after winter. Can you suggest how the leaves are to be used ? I have used them in Jeera,Pepper Rasam. Thank you for your time.
I want to know if this herb is good for phlegm and asthma
Long pepper a very good cure for Asthma and phlegm. One can take it 2-3 gm daily, with honey. For the dosage and intake, you better consult an Ayurvedic physician.
Dear mam is it helpful for cough
Long pepper is a very good remedy for cough. Taken with honey, helps to reduce all forms of cough; dry or phlegm.
very good. sony keep it up
Glad to see the comment. Actually this the only thing which inspires us to write more and more. Thank you.
who can i take it for getting rid of yellow eyes?
Plz guide best natural diet for Arthritis.
Dear BT Aroraji, you can watch Dr.Clint Peddison programme for arthrities on youtube, really benificial
Long Pepper, In Indonesian we call it Cabe Jamu or Cabe Jawa because origin planting in Madura ( East Java ).
Nice information! Noble cause!!
Is it peeplamul shalini ji ?
Cn v use it in routine for insomnia?
hi shalini can pippali be given to children suffering with asthama, allergies or caugh? if so how to use?
Useful article..but can sm1 pls tell me d meaning of bach which is in nmbr 11.migraine..thank u
Dear mam l have an enlarged belly. My other body parts are in shape. I am not a very fat personality.is pimpali churna helpful in reducing my belly fat?
What about using it in tea or tinctures for cancer prevention ?
How much would i boil for how long and how much to take?
Do yoga and daily heavy workout, don’t look for shortcuts.
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Dear Shalini Jaiswal,
Will remain very grateful, if you kindly let me know, whether Pipul is effective for detoxification of lungs which is caused due to smoking. If so, then please make me aware about its benefits for detoxification of lungs and also help by mentioning, how and when it need to be taken.
Please let me know if long pepper can be used as a remedy to treat sarcoidosis? If yes then in what quantity it should be consumed and how? thank you very much
Long pepper can be used as the remedy for such problems. Although it is also added in certain Ayurvedic preparations for such issues. You can visit a known Ayurvedic physician and know about how much quantity should be practiced.
Thank you very much for the prompt reply.
So can I give for my kid too suffering from phlegm and severe cold
Yes it will be a good remedy. Make sure you follow the dosage and quantity as per your child age.