Benefits and harms of red chili - shikha chauhan

Red chili is used in every kitchen to add flavor to the food. Red chili is very famous due to its pungent nature. In its raw state, its green fruits are used in making pickles and after ripening it is used as a spice. So let's know about the advantages and disadvantages of red chili.

Benefits of red chili

1. In some research, red chili has been described as an anti-cancer. It contains capsaicin which prevents the growth of breast cancer cells. Women should include red pepper in the diet to avoid breast cancer.

2. Eating red chilies is beneficial to reduce blood pressure, the consumption of red chilies is beneficial for people troubled by the problem of blood pressure because it contains capsaicin which helps in reducing high blood pressure.

3. Consumption of red chili is beneficial for the heart too. A lot of fiber is found in red chili. The element called capsaicin found in this keeps the heart healthy and safe.

4. Deficiency of iron in the body leads to anemia and fatigue. Copper and iron are found in sufficient amounts in red chilies, which promote the formation of new blood cells.  Folic acid is also found in red pepper, which forms red blood cells in the body.

5. A research has shown that eating 1 teaspoon red chili daily keeps your eyes healthy. Cayenne pepper contains vitamin A, which helps in improving vision and also reduces the problem of night vision.

Side effects of red chilies

1.Eating more red chilies can cause many problems related to the mouth. It can also spoil the health of the mouth. Consuming red chillies in large quantities also increases acidity and can even cause a burning sensation in the stomach.

2.Eating too much red chili causes a disease like diarrhoea. And an asthma attack can also come. Stay away from red chillies if you have any respiratory problems

3.Consuming more red chilies increases the risk of diseases like ulcers and gastric. Apart from this, it can also bring inflammation in the cells.

4.Eating chillies in excess during pregnancy puts the baby at risk of premature birth.  Consuming red chili in excess is harmful to the body.

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