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Does black pepper rclog your arteries?

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No: Pepper is not known to increase risk of heart or vascular disease. In fact substituting pepper for salt can be beneficial.

Answered 6/5/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I was able to find: No reports that black pepper clogs arteries or adversely impacts cardiac health. Black pepper contains vitamins c; k, iron, potassium ; fiber. It has been used to aid digestion (constipation, loose stools ; gas) ; vitiligo. It is useful to reduce congestion occurring w colds or the flu . It has antioxidant ; anti-inflammatory effects ; promotes bioavailability for other nutrients.

Answered 2/15/2020

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