Eating too much black pepper makes the skin dry and flaky.

Black pepper is an extremely popular spice around the world, but eating too much can cause many digestive and respiratory problems.

Black pepper commonly known as Kali Mirch, in Hindi is one of the spices commonly used in Indian cuisine.

They contain many beneficial antioxidants, enzymes, proteins, iron, potassium, calcium, manganese, zinc, chromium, vitamins A, C and many other nutrients. The presence of piperine in black pepper also helps increase the availability of nutrients such as vitamins A and C, selenium, beta-carotene, etc.

Eating too much pepper will negatively affect pregnant women, even causing miscarriage.

However, there are some serious side effects of consuming too much black pepper that we need to know.

1. Digestive problems

One negative effect of eating too much black pepper leads to digestive problems like stomach ache, stomach pain, causing an uncomfortable, burning sensation in the stomach.

2. Respiratory problems

Consuming too much black pepper can cause respiratory problems. Black pepper has been shown in many studies to cause irritation in the throat, aggravating asthma and other respiratory problems.

3. Dry skin

According to recent studies, scientists say that eating too much black pepper regularly can cause dry and flaky skin.

If you have dry skin, avoid eating too much black pepper to prevent dehydration and rough skin. In addition, black pepper can also make itchy or sensitive skin worse.

4. Effects on pregnant women

Pregnant women's bodies are always sensitive to spices, including black pepper. Therefore, eating too much black pepper will cause extreme discomfort during pregnancy, especially in the first months. If consumed in excess, it can lead to miscarriage.

5. Harmful to children while breastfeeding

Breastfeeding women should not eat black pepper. Because it is a hot spice that will cause loss of milk, change the taste of milk and harm the baby's digestive system.

According to Vietnamnet