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Amazing Health Benefits of
Chilies- Chili Nutrition
Green chilies have a mild bitterness and intense, pungent “heat” that
literally turns your face red and makes you cry. But very few know
that, apart from its culinary importance, this fiery spice is choc a
block with a myriad of health and medicinal benefits. The benefits of
green chili will take you by surprise.
The chili (Scientific name- Capsicum annum) is actually a fruit pod
from the plant belonging to genus capsicum and the nightshade family
of Solanaceae, which includes tomato, aubergine, potato, etc.

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Fresh green chilies are rich in vitamins C (almost six times as in a
single orange) while the dried version is higher in vitamin A. Their
vibrant color signals high amounts of the antioxidant beta-carotene,
and it also contain vitamins B and E, iron and potassium. Super low in
calories and fat, they help block the body’s absorption of cholesterol.
Chilies are available in more than 200 varieties, ranging from yellow to
green to red to black in color, and varying in heat from mildly warm to
mouth-blisteringly hot.
16 Benefits of Eating Chilies
 Rich in antioxidants: Green chillies are abundant in antioxidants in
the form of vitamins- A, B complex (B6 and B9), and C. These
counterbalance the destructive effects of free radicals in our body
and prevent blood clots, root cause of cardiovascular ailments like
cardiac arrest, stroke, etc. and aids in preventing cancers to the
lungs, prostrate and colon.
 Anti-inflammatory: Green chillies help in relieving the pain and
swelling associated with severe bone disorders like osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
 Soothes the Respiratory System: Green peppers as rich in
phytonutrients, special natural compounds that relax respiratory
passage, lower the risk of lung cancer, and prevent lung problems
like cold and cough and asthma.
 Lowers Homocysteine Levels: The Vitamin B6 and B9 content in
green chillies help reduce homocysteine, an amino acid used
normally by the body in cellular metabolism and the manufacture of
proteins. Elevated concentrations in the blood are thought to

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increase the risk for heart disease by damaging the lining of
blood vessels and enhancing blood clotting.
 Digestive Health: Green chillies are loaded with dietary fiber that
helps in colon cleansing and keeping your bowel movements
healthy. Fiber is vital for bulking up waste and easing its movement
out of the system, preventing constipation.
 Boosts your Immunity Shield: Green chillies contain high amount of
vital nutrients vitamins C and B6 that strengthens your natural
immunity to diseases.
 Calcium Rich: Green chillies are a great source of Calcium that
helps keep our bones and teeth strong and healthy, repair the
tissues, and helps in creation of new blood cells.
 Helps Keep Skin Radiant And Young: Green chillies has super
antioxidants, especially vitamin C, that facilitate the formation of
vital collagen, keeping the skin firm and healthy, and a barrier to
prevent more damage. The phytonutrients content of green peppers
is very effective in curing rashes, blemishes, acne, pimples and

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wrinkles. Green chilli peppers are also rich in Vitamin E that is
essential for producing certain natural skin oils.
 Healthy Hair: Green chillies are excellent source of natural silicon
that improves blood circulation to the scalp and hair follicles, works
as a natural hair growth stimulator, and shields hair follicles from
the harmful effects of di-hydrotestosterone (DHT). Vitamin C
facilitates the absorption of iron by hair cells and provides enough
oxygen to them, preventing hair breakage and split ends.
 Rich Source of Iron: Green chilies are a natural source of Iron which
boosts hemoglobin levels (increases oxygen supply to body cells)
and helps fight anemia. Vitamin C in green chilies helps in better
absorption of this vital mineral.
 Improves Mood: Green chillies contain capsaicin which acts as an
anti depressant releasing “feel good” endorphins into the brain that
helps to keep your mood upbeat.

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 Lowers Blood Sugar Levels: Green chillies have been shown to
effectively reduce high blood sugar levels, making it a ideal
ingredient in diabetic food recipes.
 Aids Weight Loss: Green chillies have zero calories and helps in
burning the excess fats of the body by increasing metabolism in the
body.
 Releases Saliva: Green chillies trigger higher saliva production
which helps in proper digestion of the food.
 Improves Vision: Vitamin A is one of the major nutrients in the
green chillies, that helps improving vision and lower the incidence
of cataracts and age related macular degeneration.
 Anti Bacterial: Green chillies have potent anti-bacterial properties
keep infections like athlete’s foot, herpes zoster, colon infections,
etc. at bay.