According to MayoClinic, alligator pepper, often called grains of paradise, is a species in the ginger family whose seeds and leaves are used for medicinal, culinary, and traditional purposes. It is also a fragrant and spicy herb native to West Africa, according to Healthline. Its peppery, earthy flavour has made it popular in herbal medicine and traditional West African cuisine......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Alligator pepper has many health benefits.
This article will provide a brief overview of those benefits.
1. Alligator pepper’s antioxidants may protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
2. Some people believe that the digestive benefits of alligator pepper come from the fact that it stimulates the formation of stomach acid and bile.
3. Alligator pepper has been shown to help with weight loss by reducing appetite and boosting thermogenesis
4. The hypotensive and anti-inflammatory properties of alligator pepper have been well researched and documented.
5. It has been postulated by a few researchers that the high levels of antioxidants found in alligator pepper provide it with anticancer qualities…