Capsicum or Bell pepper contains carbohydrate, dietary fiber, protein, vitamin A, tannins, carotenoids, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, and fluoride.Capsicum is used as medicines and lachrymatory agents.
Capsicum (Bell pepper) contains carotenoids, such as alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene, and cryptoxanthin.The availability of carotenoids depend on the ripening of capsicum.Yellow, orange, red capsicum are rich in carotenoids.It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antifungal, analgesic, and chemopreventive properties.The anti-oxidative effects of capsicum show a possibility of treatment for other types of cancer.Capsicum juice is an effective remedy against sore throat and nose bleed.
A cup of chopped capsicum provides more than 100% of RDA (Recommended daily allowance) of vitamin C as antioxidant.A cup of chopped capsicum provides more than a day's requirement of vitamin A.149 grams of green capsicum contain 551 IU (International Unit) of vitamin A, and 149 grams of red capsicum provide 4.666 IU of vitamin A.A cup of green capsicum provides 2.5 grams of fiber.The daily recommendation of fiber for woman is 21 grams to 25 grams.The daily recommendation of fiber for man is 30 grams to 38 grams.Capsicum is low in calorie about 30 to 40 calories per cup of chopped capsicum.
The Benefits of Capsicum (Bell Pepper)
- Reduces the risk of constipation
- Decrease hemorrhoids
- Treats pulmonary
- Alleviates Crohn's disease
- Relieves pain related to arthritis
- Treats peptic ulcer disease
- Relieves menopause symptoms
- Cures damaged brain tissues
- Prevents onset of type II diabetes and diabetic neurophatic pain
- Cures hepatic
- Alleviates fibromyalgia
- Decreases the risk of coronary heart disease
- Reduces pediatric asthma
- Decreases the risk of oxidative stress
- Treats gastrointestinal disorders, such as diarrhea, dyspepsia
- Improves skin health
- Reduces aging symptoms and signs
- Treats prostate cancer
- Prevents esophageal cancer
- Cures gastric cancer
- Prevents bladder cancer
- Prevents cervix cancer
- Prevents pancreatic cancer
- Improves blood flow
- Repairs tissue and DNA
- Lowers the risk of eye macular degeneration
- Protects from cataract
- Supports weight loss
- Lowers homocysteine levels
- Strengthens bone
- Reduces inflammation
- Reduces bloating
- Prevents hypertension
- Lowers cholesterol
- Boosts immunity
- Eliminates toxins through sweating
- Enhances muscle function
- Improves the circulation of blood to the scalp
- Supports healthy nails
- Alleviates infections
- Strengthens hair follicles
- Treats hair loss
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