Black Pepper Fruit Extract

Scientifically, piperine is classified as an alkaloid from Piper nigrum. It is found in black pepper --
concentrated in the peppercorns, which are the part of the pepper vine plant that is harvested for culinary and medicinal uses. However, it is also naturally present in sources other than just black pepper, although this is the most common source.



Mostly, piperine in black pepper is used as a culinary spice. However, in many parts of the world it is used widely fortherapeutic and medicinal purposes. Is there a link between piperine and weight loss? It doesn't appear it has been studied for its effects on weight loss specifically. However, one characteristic of the best weight loss aids is that they increase thermogenic activity, effectively boosting the body's metabolic rate. Piperine has been shown to increase thermogenic activity. So, there may be a link between piperine and weight loss, and people in some countries use it exactly for this reason, but studies are needed to confirm whether it is effective for this purpose.



What about piperine extract cancer?
Some studies conducted in India have shown that piperine may suppress induced lung cancer in mice. Another study also in India showed that piperine