Regardless of the type of dish in which they are inserted in the preparation, the peppers fight depression, aid in weight loss and significantly improve blood circulation. Besides, of course, the spicy taste gives a special touch to the menu.
In Brazil, there is a large amount of seasoning for all tastes: chilli, young finger, cayenne, tabasco, among others, which allows you to innovate in food preparation and bring health to your diet.
Due to the chemical components capsaicin and pyrerine contained in the fruit, they act as anti-inflammatory agent and improve mood. Some properties also increase the production of endorphin, considered the pleasure hormone, which increases the feeling of well-being.
According to doctor Marcio Bontempo in his book "Pepper and its health benefits", the fruit also has "six times more vitamin C than orange; 28 grams of pepper provide the daily amount of vitamin C an adult needs?
In the fight against weight, cayenne pepper, for example, acts on metabolic burning and its positive effects have been proven by a study by Université Laval, Canada. Researchers have subjected some volunteers from the region to eat a quantity of this type of food during breakfast. The result proved that people had reduced appetite.
Already to improve the mood, the florist Ricardo Olani, suggests the scent or red pepper. ? These pepper species stimulate the production of the wellness hormone, contributing to a better quality of life ?, comments.
Although the benefits of pepper are already evident and some typical dishes are based on seasoning, such as acarajé and moqueca, the condiment is still little used by Brazilians due to its burning. The good news is that this sensation can be softened by extracting the seeds. ? Who does not like the burning sensation, just remove the inner part of the pepper that the taste becomes softer ?, explains Olani.
Is there a contraindication to the consumption of pepper?
As already proven, peppers act beneficially to the human body, but those suffering from gastritis, for example, should avoid ingestion, after all, the fruit also stimulates the production of gastric juice, which can further damage inflammation.
Therefore, nothing better than seeking advice from the nutritionist to prescribe the ideal menu for your type of problem and indicate the best way to insert the right pepper in your diet.
According to Bontempo's book, “no healing food or medicinal resource, herb, etc., except in special situations and under professional guidance, should be used in large quantities. And with the pepper is no different ?.
Does Eating Breakfast Really Help You Lose Weight? (April 2024)
- Diet, Weight Loss
- 1,230
