Description
Organic Black Peppercorns give a vibrant kick to any meal.
Who doesn’t love freshly ground pepper? Organic Black peppercorns can be added straight to meals whole or ground down in a pestle and mortar or grinder.
Black Pepper is such a staple ingredient in households but its amazing nutritional content is often overlooked. We add organic cracked black pepper to every meal. If you use black pepper and oil with organic turmeric powder at the end of cooking then it helps to release the curcumin from the turmeric.
Organic black pepper is very versatile, adding a richness to meals and a spicy kick if you use enough! If you prefer to freshly grind your pepper yourself then go for these whole peppercorns but if you prefer it ready ground then try our organic cracked black pepper.
Origin: Sri Lanka
Allergen Information: Packed on premises that handle gluten, tree nuts, sesame, soya, peanuts.
Nutritional Information
The Nutritional Benefits of Organic Black Peppercorns.
Organic Cracked Black Pepper is high in vitamin C, Vitamin K, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese. It is a source of Vitamin B6 and Phosphorus.
Manganese: This vital nutrient contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, formation of connective tissue and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin C: This well known nutrient contributes to normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise and is necessary for normal collagen formation. It is also essential to normal functioning of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin K: This nutrient is needed for the normal maintenance of bones and blood clotting.
Vitamin B6: This important nutrient contributes to normal functioning of the immune system, physiological function, immune system function, hormone function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Potassium: This essential nutrient contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system, muscle function and the normal maintenance of blood pressure.
Calcium: It is a common myth that we need to eat dairy to get an adequate calcium intake and many plant based foods boast high levels of it. Calcium is needed for the normal maintenance of bones and teeth, digestive enzyme function, energy-yielding metabolism, blood clotting, muscle function and neurotransmission in the body.
Magnesium: This wonderful nutrient is often referred to as natures tranquilliser. It is necessary for the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and electrolyte balance. It is also needed for normal nervous system and muscle function.
Copper: This trace mineral is needed to protect cells from oxidative stress and for normal function of the immune system. It also contributes to normal connective tissue and functioning of the nervous system.
Phosphorus: This abundant mineral contributes to energy-yielding metabolism, function of cell membranes and the maintenance of bones and teeth.
Iron: This vital nutrient contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, formation of connective tissue and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
| Typical Nutrient Values Per 100g: |
| Energy |
1068kj/255kcal |
| Fat |
3.3g |
| of which saturates |
1g |
| Carbohydrate |
64.8g |
| of which sugars |
0.6g |
| Fibre |
26.5g |
| Protein |
11g |
| Salt |
44mg |
| Typical Vitamin/Mineral Values Per 100g: |
| Vitamin C |
21mg |
35% RI |
| Vitamin K |
164mg |
205% RI |
| Vitamin B6 |
0.3mg |
17% RI |
| Calcium |
437mg |
44% RI |
| Iron |
28.9mg |
160% RI |
| Magnesium |
194mg |
49% RI |
| Phosphorus |
173mg |
17% RI |
| Potassium |
1259mg |
36% RI |
| Copper |
1.1mg |
56% RI |
| Manganese |
5.6mg |
281% RI |
*High in = 30% or more of RI (reference intake) per 100g
*Source of = 15% or more of RI (reference intake) per 100g
Storage
For optimum freshness keep in a cool place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store in a tightly sealed bag or container.
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