The habanero pepper is known for its impressive spiciness, but did you know that it also has health benefits? Beyond its heat, habanero is packed with nutrients that can provide various wellness benefits. Are you ready to discover how this spicy pepper can contribute to your health? Just one piece contains only 15 calories!
Here are the properties and benefits of habanero peppers:
- Inside the chili bell pepper is capsaicin, an alkaloid which provides the burning sensation, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Its units on the Scoville scale are between 150,000 and 325,000 units.
- Contains lutein which promotes better eye health.
- It has an excellent source of vitamin C, favoring the production of white blood cells in the blood, thus allowing a better bioavailability of non-heminic iron.
- Rich in beta-carotene, which converts into vitamin A in our organism; this is essential for the good health of the mucous membranes, which, in turn, are a barrier against pathogenic microorganisms.
- A continuous consumption can help regulate insulin levels in the body.
- High in minerals (potassium, magnesium and iron), which are essential for the development of body processes such as bone formation and heart rate regulation.
- Contains tryptophan, lysine and phenylalanine, 3 of the 8 substantial amino acids that our body does not produce, essential for the absorption of nutrients in the body.
In summary, adding habanero pepper to your favorite dishes not only adds a spicy touch but can also provide numerous health benefits. Habanero pepper is a great source of nutrients that offer a variety of advantages such as vitamins, boosting metabolism, and improving digestion. Therefore, next time you add habanero to your meals, remember that you are not just adding flavor!
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