Chilli pepper is good for the obese and diabatics.
Chilli peppers are available throughout the year to ass zest to dishes around the world and healty to those brave enough to risk their fiery heat. They are used widely as food enhancement (add more flavour to the diet). Chilli peppers are valued for their soothing effects on the digestive system, relief from symptoms of colds, sore throats and fevers, circulation, especially for cold hands and feet, and as a hangover remedy.
They contain vitamins A, C, E, B6, K, potassium, calcium, manganes, phytochemicals such as lycopene and beta-carotene (the precursor for vitamin A), and plenty dietary fiber. They contain a substance called capsaicin, which gives peppers their characteristic pungencies, producing mild to intense spice when eaten.
HEALTH BENEFITS : LOWER RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES
Making chilli pepper a frequently enjoyed spice in your diet could help reduce your risk of hyperinsulinemia(high blood levels of insulin) - a disorder associated with type 2-diabetes. In a study published in the July 2006 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Australian researchers proved that the amount of insulin required to lower blood sugar after a meal is reduced,if themeal contains chili pepper.
Good for the obese (excess fat in the body): It is low in carbohydrate and rich in fiber and provitamin A. Carbohydrate, especially refined ones, and fat are the major cause of obesity. It is an ideal vegetable to be included in weight reduction programme.
NATURAL PAIN RELIEF FOR HEADACHES AND OSTEOARTHRITIS PAIN :
Capsaicin in chilli pepperis being studied as an effective treatment for sensory nerve fiber disorders,including pain associated with arthritis, pasoriasis and diabetic neuropathy. A lot of studies on pain management for diabetic neuropathy have listed the benefits of topical capsaicin to alleviate disabling pain associated with this condition. They also help in the elimination of mucus from the nose and lungs by clearing the sinuses and inducing sweating.
PREVENTS/CURES STOMACH DISORDES :
When eaten, works like aperitif that stimulates the flow of gastric juice.It is, therefore,recommended for those suffering from dyspepsia(indigestion and slow digestion) as a result of scanty digestive juicee.
HELP IN CANCER PREVENTION ;
They are rich ina nti oxidant vitamins(A and C), which protect and neutralise the effect of free radicals that causes cancer.
CHILLI PEPPER ALSO HELPS IN :
Reduction and risk of cardiovascular disease, Lowers elevated cholesterol, Cures Constipation and Boost Immunity.
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