Black Pepper Extract

Evidence

Moderate

What the evidence says

Commonly used to enhance absorption of other compounds. No established RDA/UL.

Several studies show it enhances absorption of other nutrients, but limited standalone clinical data

Commonly used to enhance absorption of other compounds. No established RDA/UL.

The RDA prevents deficiency. The effective range is what clinical trials used to actually move the outcome.

Effective

5–20

BioPerine typically dosed at 5–20 mg to enhance absorption of other nutrients.

Moderate clinical evidence. Several studies show it enhances absorption of other nutrients, but limited standalone clinical data