From Weight Loss To Fighting Off A Cold, Here¡¯s Why Green Chilies Are A Must In Your Diet

As one of the most commonly used spice in Indian as well as South American diets green chilies make a great addition to your tadkas or your curries, whether raw, fried or roasted.

While fresh green chilies are richer in vitamin C the dried version is high in vitamin A. They happen to be full of the antioxidant beta-carotene and vitamin B, E, iron, and potassium.

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If you haven¡¯t been spicing up your food for whatever reason here are some reason that¡¯ll convince you to do so right away:

Boosts metabolism and aids weight loss

The most popular reason why you want to add green chilies to your diet is that speeds your metabolism to as much as 50 percent for up to three hours after you eat them, which helps burn fat through the day and lose weight faster in the long run. 10 grams of chili pepper has shown to significantly increase fat burning in both men and women.

Helps treat the common cold

Your grandmother had a point whenever she advised you to eat spicy food when you had a bad cold. Bits of green chilies can stimulate lungs and reduce the density of your mucus, allowing you to take it out of your system with ease. The vitamin C and antioxidants also help fight illnesses and speed up the process of healing.

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Accelerates the healing of your wounds

Green chilies can help accelerate the healing process of cuts and wounds. The vitamin C helps with the formation of collagen, the structural protein that makes up your skin and results in the reduction of the overall time it takes for your wound to heal.

Helps regulate your mood

Green chilies help release chemicals called endorphins that boost enzymes in your system that help regulate your mood swings and pain in your body. It¡¯s anti-inflammatory in nature, which helps inflammation in your body.

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Controls your blood sugar levels

People suffering from diabetes can benefit from green chilies as it does a good job balancing blood sugar levels. So if you¡¯re diabetic green chilies may be an essential part of a healthy diet for you.

Can help fight cancer cells

The compound capsaicin, a plant compound in chili peppers have been found to help fight cancer cells. The vitamin C and the antioxidant properties help contribute to the anti-cancer properties green chilies, by preventing the ill-effects of carcinogens in the body.

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Can provide relief from pain

The compound capsaicin can help lessen pain related to heartburn in patients with acid reflux. Green peppers need to be had in moderation though to reduce pain. Excess consumption can damage your pain receptors over time as well.