Green Chilly -Truths

Green Chilies

Benefits of Green Chilly

It is an essential spice in South Indian foods. It is the fruit of the flowering plants Capscium Annuum and Capscium Frutescens. 

Green chilies are low in calories, fat free but, rich in Vitamin A,C,K and phytonutrient Capsaicin.

• Green chilies are rich in Vitamin A, which is very good for eye and skin
• Green chilies are rich in Vitamin C, it helps to absorb other nutrients
• Green chilies are strong antioxidants, which delays aging
• It has anti bacterial property
• It helps to boost up natural immunity
• Green chilies are rich in Vitamin K, which helps in blood coagulation and prevents osteoporosis
• Capsaicin can be anti depressant, as it releases endorphin into the brain
• It helps in weight loss, as it burns excess fat in the body

Warning

If you have any acute or chronic digestive disorders like Irritable Bowel Syndrome or Gastritis, avoid chilies in the diet, as it exacerbates symptoms. 

Burning sensation after cutting chilly

When we cut chilly, burning sensation is due to the presence of natural chemical called capsaicin. It belongs to the genus Capsicum and family Solanaceae.

When chilly is ingested, the capsaicin binds to a receptor, which is connected with heat sensation and this produces the burning sensation. It doesn’t cause any damage to the tissues. It can be alleviated by lemon or orange juice. Vitamin C and citric acid neutralize the burning sensation by breaking down the capsaicin and provides relief.