This belongs to the family of Piperaceae. Usually, it is dried and used as a spice. Pepper is native to South India. It has got antibacterial properties. It is a source of manganese, vitamin-C and dietary fiber. Black pepper is a good anti-inflammatory agent. Pepper powder is one of the basic spice powder used in many dishes. We use it almost daily and store bought ones contains lot of preservatives and adulterants. It is quite simple to make pepper powder in home in 10 minutes. We need to roast the pepper till aromatic and powder them coarsely or finely.

High in antioxidants. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage your cells.
Has anti-inflammatory properties.
May benefit your brain.
May improve blood sugar control.
May lower cholesterol levels.
May have cancer-fighting properties.
A versatile spice.