Chili peppers have a strong spicy aroma and taste ranging from spicy to hot and even very hot (due to the content of the phenolic compound capsaicin (decylenic acid vanillyl amide), which is not found in sweet bell peppers).
Capsaicin is found in the seeds, veins and skin of the fruit.
What are the benefits of chili pepper
Due to the large amount of capsaicin, pepper fruits have a powerful antibacterial and antiviral effect - they kill up to 75% of harmful bacteria.
Increases immunity, especially resistance to various colds.
A small amount of chili stimulates the gastrointestinal tract and increases appetite. Reduces blood sugar levels.
Chili pepper improves blood circulation, activates metabolism, brain activity, lowers blood pressure, increases the body's resistance to stress, and strengthens the immune system.
In addition, recent studies have confirmed that chili peppers can have a beneficial effect on our life expectancy.
How to eat chili peppers correctly
As a seasoning, pepper is added to various hot dishes, soups, sauces, salad dressings and marinades, and when preparing any dish, you can put a whole pepper in it, which will gradually impart its spiciness to the dish during the cooking process.
How many hot peppers can you eat per day
Despite all the benefits of chili pepper, it is important to remember: it can be dangerous for the stomach, especially if you already have digestive problems.
This vegetable can also cause allergies.
If you are absolutely healthy, you still should not eat more than 15 grams of chili pepper per day.
We previously talked about making homemade chili.
