When you hear the word “red chilies,” what first comes to your mind are burning sensations and teary eyes. But what you don’t know is that this heat on your tongue and a few tears in your eyes can be worth it because of a wide range of health benefits red chilies bring.
Chilies are used as a spice worldwide to enrich the taste of culinary items. Still, their purposes do not stop there as they are full of nutrients and healing properties, much more beneficial than we think, and the best way to treat health issues naturally.
Red Chilies have a usage in the form of powdered, dried, or pastes. The primary compound in red chilies is capsaicin, which not only gives its spicy taste but beneficial for health in many ways.
Let’s take a look at why you should add red chilies to your diet:
If you’re suffering from indigestion, then red chilies are your best source to stimulate good gut health. They work as an anti-irritant element to treat stomach discomfort, intestinal gas, cramps, diarrheal, and ulcers by enabling the digestive juices to fight against the acidity and disorders in the digestive tract.
Red chilies speed up the metabolism, making you limit your food cravings and increase the fat-burning process, which results in weight loss. If you continue using red chilies in your diet with other healthy substances, it would be easier for you to achieve a healthy body goal.
Studies have shown that red chilies help to deal with severe migraines and headaches by relieving the stress and sensitivity of affected nerves. They are also called pain relievers for joint pain and shingles.
In several studies, we found red chilies to eliminate cancer risks by killing the cancerous growths in leukemia, breast, bladder, prostate, and pancreatic cancer.
Red chilies consist of a plentiful amount of pro-vitamin A, vital for a strong urinary, intestinal and respiratory system. Along with vitamin A, it consists of vitamin C, which promotes an active immune system to fight against various illnesses and infections.
Vitamin C in red chilies keeps the collagen level in check, essential for healthy skin and hair.
Red chilies are full of copper, iron, and folic acids, which promote the growth of red blood cells, beneficial for anemic and fatigue patients and pregnant women. It also helps to keep the heart healthy and blood flow in a usual manner.
It heals persistent sinus infections with its antibacterial properties, eases congestion, flu, and allergies, and lessens the pain fem high fever, encouraging the immune system to take action against the virus.
It serves to reduce inflammatory issues and treat many nerve disorders like arthritis and psoriasis. It also helps prevent the risks of developing inflammatory arthritis.
After learning about the benefits of red chilies, are you going to add them to your diet despite their fiery taste? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t forget to share this video with a friend who runs away from spices.
Until Next Time,
Team Doctor ASKY!