Green chilies, also known as Hari Mirch in Hindi, play a pivotal role in a wide variety of Indian dishes. Green chilies are used as paste or tempering in various curries and are also commonly used raw to spice up Chaats, chutney, and other savoury appetisers. Although green chilies seem to have made their way into every Indian home, they actually originated in Southeast Asia.
The botanical name for green chilli peppers is Capsicum frutescens. Green chilies, known for their fiery flavour, are a staple ingredient in many Indian dishes. Green chilies are spicy because of a compound called capsaicin. Capsaicin is responsible for several physiological effects, including those on the heart, the stomach, and pain alleviation, in addition to the hot and spicy flavour it imparts. One of the most popular spices in the world is green chilli.
1. Improves weight loss and increases metabolic rate : Green chilli is a zero-calorie spice, which is one of its obvious advantages for dieters. In addition, studies have shown that eating green chilies might increase your metabolism by over 50%. Green chilli has a powerful component called capsaicin, which causes this effect. Capsaicin boosts thermogenesis, which in turn speeds up the metabolic rate.
2. Reduces the Risk of Diabetes : Green chili's high fibre and capsaicin content help diabetics control their blood sugar. But that calls for a daily intake of just 30 grammes of green chilies. It speeds up your metabolism, leading to more sugar being absorbed into your bloodstream.
3. Anti-Aging Effects : According to studies, the vitamin C in green chilli helps the body make more collagen, which slows down the ageing process. Collagen also aids in making your skin look younger, more supple, and more radiant.
4. Rich source of iron : The iron in green chilli helps those who are anaemic. Green chili's vitamin C content aids in iron absorption. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has been shown to aid in the absorption and storage of non-heme iron in a form that makes the iron more readily available to the body.
5. Helps to combat cold : Capsaicin, which is found in green chilies, can help alleviate a cold, as unbelievable as that may sound. It works by stimulating the mucous membranes in the nose, making it easier to breathe. That's a quick fix for clearing up a cold or sinus infection.
6. Good for heart : The likelihood of atherosclerosis is decreased by consuming green chile, which is beneficial for the heart. Capsaicin's effect is a reduction in cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Blood clots are a leading cause of cardiovascular disease and stroke, but eating green chilli can help avoid them.
7. Strengthens immunity : Having a robust immune system is crucial in the post-COVID environment, where diseases are more common. The beta-carotenes and vitamin C in green chilies have positive effects on eye and skin health.
8. Reduces Inflammation : Green chili's pain-relieving benefits come from its anti-inflammatory characteristics. Hence, green chilli might lessen your pain tolerance, which is especially problematic for elderly people with conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis.
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