Our meal is incomplete without chilies as it is one of the main ingredient in any Indian recipe. You only need to slice, chop, slit or dice and mix it with the other ingredients or even garnish your food with this hot chili. Famous for the heats it produces, after having a stalk of chilly is quite a known fact. It has many benefits and is also rich in a number of vitamins and minerals. Capsaicin is a chemical present in chilies, which helps the body in many ways which are listed below. Interestingly, India is the largest consumer, producer, and exporter of the chilies in the world. Let us find out more about this hot and steamy chillies.
Benefits of green chillies –
1. Rich in antioxidants
Green chilies are known to be a rich source of antioxidants. Vitamins- A, B complex (B6 and B9), and C are found in abundance in chilies. This compensates the damaging effects of bacteria in our bodies and is very helpful in preventing blood clots which is the primary reason of multiple cardiovascular diseases like heart stroke and cardiac arrest. Furthermore, it helps in thwarting the spread of cancer to the colon, prostate, and lungs.
2. Improves immunity
Green chilies are rich in vitamin C. Regular consumption of vitamin C helps develop resistance against infections, pro-inflammatory free radicals from the body, and harmful diseases by boosting immunity.
3. Improves digestion
When green chilies are chewed, saliva is automatically released in a good amount. It helps in food digestion.
4. Iron booster
Green chilies tend to be a great source of vitamin C, a vitamin that can assist your body in absorbing iron from a vegetarian diet and hence plays a key role in your body’s ability to metabolize iron. Also, they improve hemoglobin levels being a natural source of iron, and help fight anemia.
5. Reduces blood sugar
Eating green chilies benefits people suffering from diabetes by reducing their increased sugar levels and further creating a balance in their bodies.
6. Benefits your skin
The vitamin C content in green chilies is a potent water-soluble antioxidant that is essential for collagen synthesis. Collagen is one of the main structural proteins required for maintaining healthy and glowing skin.
7. Good for the hair
Due to the presence of natural silicon that improves blood circulation to the scalp and hair follicles, green chilies act as a natural hair growth stimulator and shield follicles from harmful effects of dihydrotestosterone.
8. Improves vision
Being rich in vitamin A, green chilies help in improving vision among people of all ages.
9. Bone care
Green chilies are rich in calcium and vitamin K that help decrease your risk of osteoporosis and over bleeding when you’re injured. They also contain vitamin A that is helpful in maintaining healthy bones, teeth, mucous, and membranes.
10. Stabilise mood
Green chilies contain capsaicin that aids the release of endorphins (the feel-good hormones) into the brain. Hence they are known as mood stabilizers.
Green chilies are a must for a hearty meal. Remember to consume in moderation to maximize the fitness doles. Add one or two green chilies to your meal and enjoy your spicy food to the fullest.