Lucknow : Raw, fried, roasted in your tadkas or added to curries, this little spice is not only delicious but also rich in so many vitamins. It comes with a pack of health benefits that it almost seems unbelievable.

Green chilly which is the one among the best to bring spicy taste to the food. Capsaicin or green bell pepper is the chemical compound that makes chili peppers taste hot; most of the people will eat chilies in raw, fried or roasted form along with salads and as a side dish in the main meals.It is very rich in couple of Vitamins like A, C, B6 and iron, copper, potassium with small amount of protein and carbohydrates.  

Let’s look at some healing benefits of green chilly :

1. We should begin with the ultimate benefit – i.e. green chillies come with zero calories. In fact, they speed up one’s metabolism as much as 50% for up to three hours after eating.

2. Protection against cancer: Green chillies are loaded with antioxidants, that protect the body against free radicals by acting as natural scavengers. Green chillies can also keep prostate problems at bay.

3. Controls pain :When consumed, they release heat that works as an effective painkiller.

4. Regulates mood : It also releases chemicals called endorphins that boost the enzymes that regulate mood swings and pain in the human body. 

5.Green chillies also exert a number of beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system.

Specifically, it reduces the likelihood of developing atherosclerosis by reducing blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels and platelet aggregation, as well as increasing fibrinolytic activity.

Fibrinolytic activity refers to the ability to prevent formation of bloodclots, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

6. The heat produced by the chillies, act as an effective pain reliever, as a digestive and anti-ulcer aid. Although, people with active peptic ulcer may be bothered by “spicy foods”.

7. Green chillies are proven to balance blood sugar levels. If you are diabetic, this may be your answer to healthy diet.

8.Green chillies have a lot of antibacterial properties and can help treat skin infections.

9.High on Vitamin A : The high amount of vitamin A in green chillies helps to strengthen bones, teeth, & mucous membranes. 

10.Rich source of iron : They are a natural source of iron and thus recommended for iron deficient people and are also considered good for the eyesight.