For many people, cooking is incomplete without green chillies. It is what is believed to enhance the taste of a dish by many folds. But the USP of green chilli is not restricted to being only a taste enhancer. It is a powerhouse that comes with a myriad of health benefits. Having said that, consuming green chillies in excess will do more harm than good. Daily consumption of green chillies on a limited amount is what is considered to be healthy.

Listed below are some of the amazing health benefits of eating green chillies daily:

  1. A powerhouse of antioxidants: Green chillies are a rich source of antioxidants that as a defensive shield, safeguarding the body from the deleterious effects of the free radicals. The green chillies are also known for their antibacterial properties, a property that goes a long way to protect the body from various infections and the associated symptoms and discomfort.
  2. Keep the heart hale and hearty: Bad cholesterol, also known as LDL (Low- density lipoprotein) and triglycerides are a nemesis for the heart, triggering serious problems including stroke and heart attack. Green chillies work wonders to lower the level of the LDL and triglycerides. It helps to prevent Atherosclerosis (deposition of fats within the blood vessels) and also maintain the blood pressure and the heart rate within the normal range.
  3. A great mood enhancer: The hormone endorphin is known as the feel-good hormone that enhances the mood to a great extent. Capsaicin, an active component present in green chilli acts as a catalyst, accelerating the release of endorphins to a great extent.
  4. Pain, a thing of the past: In many cases, green chillies have helped to ease the pain to a noticeable extent. When one eats chilli, the capsaicin present in it binds to TRPV1 (a heat receptor protein), leading to its activation. The activation plays a pivotal role in lowering the pain by desensitizing the nerve cells against the painful stimulus.
  5. Lose weight: This point is sure to bring a smile to those who are trying to maintain a healthy body weight. Green chillies come with a zero calorie count and do, in fact, accelerate the body's metabolism to an appreciable amount.
  6. Packed with B-carotene and Vitamin C: The importance of B-carotene for the eyes are known to all. Vitamin C, on the other hand, does the skin a world of good, enhancing the production of collagen and also slows down the skin ageing. Green chillies are an excellent source of both of these vitamins.
  7. Keep bone disorders at bay: Green chillies are also laden with Vitamin K, a blood clotting factor that ensures there is blood clotting following an injury or an accident. It also helps in the mineralization of the bones, preventing many degenerative bone disorders including osteoporosis.
  8. A boon for diabetic patients: Green chillies have been instrumental in bringing about a significant reduction in the blood sugar level.