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piperine

piperine

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A natural part of black and white pepper that gives them a spicy, strong taste
  • noun
  • /ˈpaɪpərˌin/
  • Specialized
: piperina
  • Using piperine in your cooking can add an exciting flavor while also offering health benefits.
  • piperine in black pepper

Many supplements today have that combination of black pepper or piperine with the turmeric.

Examples

  • It's like, no, get rid of this, you know, but the piperine stops that enzyme from working.

  • Many supplements today have that combination of black pepper or piperine with the turmeric.

    Dr. Josh Axe

  • The piperine in black pepper helps to increase the absorption of certain nutrients in the body.

  • The piperine in pepper gives it a spicy kick and enhances the flavor of many dishes.

Surface Forms

piperine singular
piperines plural

Etymology

Piperine comes from the Latin word piper ('pepper') plus the chemical ending -ine, so the name literally points to a 'pepper' substance. That's why piperine is the natural part of black and white pepper that gives them their spicy, pungent taste.