Thippili

Also Known As : Long pepper

Technical Name : Piper longum

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has hot and sweet taste.

Usage Tips

Thippili can be used finely ground or coarsely cracked.
It can be used to make vegetable dishes, pickles, rasam and stews.
It can be used for seasoning purposes as well.

Description

Thippili is the dried fruit of Piper longum and obtained from a flowering vine with large flowers. It is considered as a spice and seasoning.

Health benefits

Thippili prevents liver ailments and balances certain enzymes and hormones in the body.⁽¹⁾
It helps in weight loss.⁽¹⁾
It has anti-amoebic properties which helps to fight against viral infections in the body.⁽¹⁾
It improves skeletal health.⁽¹⁾
It oxygenates the body.⁽¹⁾
It is good for treating menstrual problems.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Choose thippili which is dried well and make sure it is firm and not moist.

Note

Overconsumption of thippili may cause intestinal inflammation and excess heat in the body.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.lybrate.com/topic/long-pepper-pippali-benefits-and-side-effects

(2) https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Long-Pepper-Cid781

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