Peppers come in various colors.The level of heat depends on the amount of capsaicin present in the seeds.The capsaicin dilates blood vesselsto increase circulation.Peppers are avialable fresh,dried,powdered,in oil,in sauce,bottled and pickled.Capsaicin in Peppers can cause severe buring sensation to the skin when we touches the Peppers.so,Wash hands with soap if you touches the Peppers.Peppers belong to the family of tomatoes,Egg plant,White Potatoes.There are available throughout the year.
Medical Benefits of Peppers
Peppers are high in Vitamin A ,C and K .Peppers are added to medicines which relieve sore throats.
If you eat more peppers they can burn the lining of the stomach so limit to take them.
Antioxidant in Peppers help to prevent Cell damage,Cancer .
Red Peppers may be helpful to prevent Prostate Cancer,Bladder Cancer,Cervix Cancer,Lung Cancer.
Peppers also provides fiber.
Peppers reduce respiratory problems.
The Capsaicin in hot peppers may have effect to lower blood cholesterol and triglycerides.
Peppers are known to help weight loss.
They are low in calories.
Capsaicin found in Peppers is useful to reduce the pain of arthritis.
Peppers may be helpful to prevent stomach ulcers.
Using Peppers in our diet may helpful to reduce the risk of hyperinsulinenia.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
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