Pepper (also known as the king of spices) is one of the most widely used spices around the world. It can be used in both wholes and grounded form. The medical use of pepper is more beneficial. It aids digestion and gives relieves from coughs and cold. It is very rich in mineral content and also it contains the nutrients such as manganese, potassium, iron, dietary fibre and vitamin c & k. The properties like antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammation make pepper an amazing spice.

In traditional ayurvedic practices, pepper is used in medicine for a cough and cold as a home remedy. It is also very effective in for the relief of sinusitis and nasal congestion. Pepper has the capability to break up the mucus and phlegm clogging in the respiratory tract, making the breathing process much easier.