Vitamin A
The beta carotene concentration is high in red chili peppers, especially. This is converted to Vitamin A within the body.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is one of the B vitamins that helps the body with energy-related metabolism.
Vitamin C
This vitamin comes in large amounts in hot chili peppers. It aids the body in immunity, as well as wound healing.
Capsaicin
This compound is only found in chili peppers. It's what causes them to be spicy. But it also helps reduce pain and inflammation. It's also one of the several antioxidants found in chili peppers. Antioxidants are known for helping with the prevention and healing of cancer.
Capsanthin
This is another powerful carotenoid antioxidant found in chili peppers. It is also thought to aid in fighting cancer.
Carbohydrates
Chili peppers are packed with plenty of good carbs to help create good energy. Plant-based carbs contain fibers that help the body produce energy, stabilize hormones, lose weight, sleep well, promote healthy brain function, and more.
Copper
Copper promotes strong bones and healthy neurons and is often a rare commodity in the Western diet. But it can be found in various chili peppers.
Ferulic Acid
This is yet another strong antioxidant found in chili peppers. It can help protect against many chronic diseases.
Fiber
Chili peppers have fiber, which is very good for digestion and keeping you regular.
Vitamin K1
Vitamin K1 (or phylloquinone) is know for aiding in blood clotting, promoting healthy kidney function, and promoting healthy bones.
Lutein
High amounts of lutein have been linked to improved eye health and function. Strong concentrations have been found in green or immature hot chili peppers.
Monounsaturated & Polyunsatured Fats
These good fats help reduce the bad cholesterol and raise the good cholesterol. In chili peppers, they come in many forms, including some of the Omegas.
Omega 3
This all-important polyunsaturated fat can help you lower unhealthy levels of bad cholesterol.
Omega 6
The human body cannot produce the polyunsaturated fats Omega-6 or Omega-3, both of which are found in chili peppers.
Potassium
Think you can only find potassium in bananas? Wrong. You can also get it from eating lots of spicy chili peppers. Potassium may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
Protein
Did you know that chili peppers contained protein? The exact amount of protein needed each day is debated by many health professionals. However, most will agree that it's definitely beneficial.
Sinapic Acid
Sinapic (or sinapinic) acid is another powerful antioxidant also found in chili peppers. This compound is similar to ferulic acid.
Violaxanthin
This carotenoid antioxidant can be found in yellow chili peppers. Like other antioxidants in chili peppers, this compound can help fight many major chronic diseases, such as some types of cancer.
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