Chili peppers are rich in various vitamins and minerals

September 16, 2019

Vitamins and Minerals

Chili peppers are rich in various vitamins and minerals.

However, since they are only eaten in small amounts, their contribution to the daily intake is very small.

Vitamin C: Chili peppers are very high in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, important for wound healing and immune function.

Vitamin B6: A family of B-vitamins, some of which have important functions in energy metabolism.

Vitamin K1: Also known as phylloquinone, vitamin K1 is essential for blood clotting and healthy bones and kidneys.

Potassium: An essential dietary mineral that serves a variety of functions in the body. Adequate intake of potassium may reduce the risk of heart disease (2).

Copper: Often lacking in the Western diet, copper is an essential antioxidant trace element, important for strong bones and healthy neurons.

Vitamin A: Red chili peppers are high in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body.

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