A Beginner’s Guide to Long Pepper a.k.a Piper Longum

Long pepper, also called piper longum and pippali, is a versatile spice that’s widely used in Ayurveda. The pippali fruit and roots are used in various medicinal formulations. Here’s a gist about its benefits, dosage as well as side effects.

Long Pepper Benefits

• It provides the body with warmth.
• This herb boosts sexual stamina.
• It increases appetite.
• It improves digestion.
• Pippali also heals heartburn, gas and other indigestion-related problems.
• It heals cough and cold.
• Doctors may prescribe it for respiratory conditions.
• It tackles skin conditions too.
• It reduces weight.
• This herb might help in treating rheumatoid arthritis.

Dosage

Varies widely among patients, depending on their dosha combination and health condition.

Long Pepper Side Effects

• If not used properly, it can aggravate all doshas.
• It can lead to excess heat in the body.
• It may interact with other medicines.

Note:

This article is solely for the purpose of information and is not medical advice – so, please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.