Black pepper is a powerful herb that can help kickstart your metabolism. Black pepper contains a compound called piperine, which is what gives black pepper such a pungent taste and aroma. Piperine has been shown to have various health benefits, including its ability to stimulate the digestive system and increase metabolism.

One way that piperine helps kickstart your metabolism is by increasing thermogenesis, which is the process of when your body generates heat and burns calories. Studies have shown that piperine can increase thermogenesis by increasing the activity of certain enzymes and altering the expression of genes involved in metabolism.

Piperine also helps improve nutrient absorption in the gut, which can support healthy digestion and metabolism. By enhancing the bioavailability of nutrients, piperine helps your body more effectively use the calories you consume and reduce the risk of nutrient deficiencies that can slow down your metabolism.

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In this easy to make chai recipe I share my favourite herbs to add to your chai. Did you know that all these herbs are carminatives? This means they aid in digestion and keeping the digestive tract healthy. Enjoying a cup of chai in the morning is one of my favourite rituals and it's a great way to wake up your digestive system! So try out this authentic chai recipe to start your morning right. 

To make the chai, fill up a cup over halfway with water, and then add milk on top. Pour the mixture into a pot. In a mortar and pestle, crush up some black pepper, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon. Throw the crushed herbs into the pot with the mixture. Add a pinch of dried holy basil, and then some fresh ginger. Turn on the stove, and when the chai is about to boil, add some black tea. Turn the stove down and then back up to a boil. Repeat this several times. Once it is done, strain it and drink it. 

You can find all of the ingredients here