There is hardly any West African meal that spicy alligator pepper is not in the mixture. Their local cuisines local cuisines contains the food spice because of the flavour and taste it gives. Do you ever wonder why this spice is so expensive and used in very small portions? If you said yes, guess what? There is more to this food spice and this stated below:
1. Treating wounds and burns
Alligator pepper is rich in high fibre. This ensures the fast regeneration of tissues and wound healing. In addition to fibre, alligator pepper has a high amount of tannin that treats burns, heals wounds, and eases the pain of inflamed mucous membranes, therefore, reducing inflammation. The plant can also be used in treating gastrointestinal disorders such as ulcers, diarrhoea, stomach pains, and intestinal worms.
2. Maintaining blood sugar
Alligator pepper is also used to lower blood sugar and keeping the blood sugar level using the amino acids that are present in it.
3. Addresses erectile dysfunction
Alligator pepper and erectile dysfunction is another point of interest. A small portion of the spice can go a long way ensuring you have a delayed discharge and hence one can last longer during sex.
4. Helps weight loss
This spice also increases thermogenesis, which is the process of heat production in warm-blooded animals. The increased heat stimulates brown tissue adipose and increases energy expenditure in men. Therefore, the combination of those processes leads to weight loss.
5. Boosts Libido
In addition to these medicinal properties, it is a strong natural aphrodisiac that stimulates sexual desires and maintains high stamina. Among women, it works on their libido and makes them more sensitive to touch during sexual intercourse as the nerve endings are stimulated more.