Pili pili known widely as chili peppers, is a staple in many nations around the world. Loved for its fiery heat, small but pepper does more than spicing up your meal. It's also associated with health benefits that can improve our well being.
Some of these health benefits include:
Rich Nutrients: Chili peppers are loaded with essential minerals and vitamins. A single pepper is rich in vitamin A which helps maintain a good eye health, vitamin B and C which helps in healthy hair and skin.
Helps in boosting metabolism rate: which is improved by heat produced by the capsaicin in the peppers. Also helps to burn calories and also eating peppers in the morning aids appetite and weight loss with moderate exercise.
Helps in maintaining a healthy heart: Regular consumption may help reduce cholesterol levels, improve blood circulation and prevent heart disease by reducing fat deposits.
Improves digestion: Research have shown that chili can be beneficial to ulcers, reducing acidity. It also stimulates digestive enzymes, promoting better digestion and reduce bloating.
Boosts moods: The heat from chili triggers the release of endorphins which help alleviate stress and depression.
Relieves pain: Capsaicin has relieving property. It can be used in cream form and rubbed on the skin that helps reduce the amount of chemical that triggers pain reducing joint pain. Can also help with migraines.
other health benefits include reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, prevents bad breath, prevents allergies and reduces cancer risks .Pili pili is not just about the heat but also your health too. Consider adding chili to your meals.
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