[Dietary knowledge] What are the effects of chili peppers?

Chili pepper is a food rich in vitamin C in our lives. It can not only be used as a side dish, but also has an excellent taste as a staple food. It can also effectively promote people's appetite. So what are the specific effects of chili pepper?

1. Strengthen the stomach and aid digestion

As mentioned earlier, chili peppers have a stimulating effect on the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, can enhance gastrointestinal motility, promote the secretion of digestive juices, improve appetite, and inhibit abnormal fermentation in the intestines. Some medical and nutrition experts in my country conducted a survey in Hunan, Sichuan and other provinces and found that the incidence of gastric ulcers in these provinces, where people generally like to eat chili peppers, is much lower than that in other provinces. This is because chili pepper can stimulate the release of prostaglandin E2 in the human body, which is beneficial to promote the regeneration of gastric mucosa, maintain gastrointestinal cell function, and prevent and treat gastric ulcers.

2. Preventing Gallstones

Eating green peppers regularly can prevent gallstones. Green peppers are rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, which can convert excess cholesterol in the body into bile acid, thereby preventing gallstones. People who already have gallstones can eat more green peppers rich in vitamin C, which can help alleviate the condition.

3. Improve Heart Function

A "health product" is made with chili as the main ingredient, combined with garlic, hawthorn extracts and vitamin E. After consumption, it can improve heart function and promote blood circulation. In addition, eating chili peppers regularly can lower blood lipids, reduce thrombosis, and have a certain preventive effect on cardiovascular diseases.