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Pippali (Long Pepper)

पिप्पली · Piper longum

The Lung Cleanser — Asthma Support

About Pippali (Long Pepper)

Pippali is uniquely both heating and deeply rejuvenating to the lungs. It is Ayurveda's secret weapon against asthma, chronic coughs, and respiratory weakness, acting as a powerful bio-enhancer.

Key Benefits

✨ Clears chronic lung congestion and asthma✨ Improves respiratory capacity✨ Enhances digestion without aggravating Pitta as much as black pepper✨ Acts as a bio-enhancer (increases absorption of other herbs)✨ Supports healthy liver function

How to Use

  • 1
    Honey paste
    1/4 tsp with honey to loosen lung Kapha
  • 2
    Milk decoction
    Boiled in milk to manage chronic cough
  • 3
    With Triphala
    As part of Trikatu formula for poor digestion

Dosha Impact

Balances
VataKapha
Rasa (Taste)Pungent, Sweet (post-digestive)
SeasonWinter and Monsoon

Caution

Do not use continuously for long periods (Vardhamana method required). Use caution in high Pitta states.