The harm and benefits of chili peppers for the body, the norms of its use

The spicy chili pepper is known for its ability to turn almost any dish into a delicacy. However, not everyone knows the beneficial properties of pepper. But it is a real storehouse of useful substances for both men and women. Pepper helps to lose weight, cope with chronic diseases, and is widely used in folk medicine.

But it is important to know the dosage, rules of consumption and shelf life. About this and more - in our article.

Chilli

Did you know that chilli - this is a berry, and not a vegetable at all? We invite you to take a closer look at its composition and properties.

Composition and properties

Small peppers contain a number of beneficial substances for the body.

In addition to vitamins, pepper contains micro- and macroelements. Among them:

• zinc;
• iron;
• calcium;
• magnesium;
• phosphorus.

The nutritional value

Let's consider the composition of KBZHU per 100 g of product:

Nutritional value is important for people who have the following goals:

• weight gain;
• weight loss, weight loss;
• balanced nutrition, stabilization and maintenance of results.

Harm and benefit

Here is a brief overview of the properties of the fruit. Chili peppers bring both benefits and harm.

So, pepper is useful:

• with frequent mood changes;
• for reproductive disorders;
• for digestion of food;
• to improve immunity;
• for insomnia;
• for disorders of the nervous system;
• with high blood pressure;
• if you are overweight;
• with excessive mental stress;
• for radiculitis and arthritis;
• for constipation.

But pepper can also cause harm:

• if consumed in excess, it can cause indigestion and heartburn;
• in case of respiratory disease it causes sore throat and itching;
• may cause skin irritation;
• not recommended for diarrhea.

Effect on the body of women and men

The female body will thank pepper for preserving youth and beauty. Hot capsicum will help strengthen hair and nails. The microelements contained in the composition will keep the skin young.

For those who want to get pregnant soon, pepper will be beneficial for the health of the reproductive system.

Attention! With the onset of pregnancy, it is better to stop eating pepper.

Women are more likely to watch their figure than men. Therefore, we are sharing a secret: consuming pepper helps you lose weight.

As for the stronger sex, pepper will be responsible for stable and confident potency. You are not afraid of age-related changes if you have hot berries in your diet. For those men who are involved in sports, pepper will help increase bone strength. This way you will protect yourself from possible injuries, fractures and cracks.

Chili for various diseases

Pepper, when consumed correctly, can speed up the body's recovery. However, you should not rely on it alone - combine it with the main treatment.

Consider the list of diseases for which chili is consumed:

1. High blood pressure. To stabilize it, include pepper in your diet.
2. Migraine. Headache, sound and light intolerance are symptoms that eating chili can also help you cope with.
3. Arthritis. Pepper treats diseases of the joints and bones not only by taking it orally, but also by applying it externally in the form of rubdowns. To do this, you need to prepare an alcohol tincture at the rate of 1 glass of alcohol per 50 g of pepper. Add a spoonful of sunflower oil and leave for two weeks. Rub into the joint.
4. Obesity. Burning substances break down fat deposits. But don’t get carried away: this can lead to exacerbation of gastritis and damage to the gastric mucosa.
5. Insomnia. If you can't sleep for one night, this is a temporary phenomenon. If you suffer for weeks and months, this is already a disease. As a rule, it is caused by stress. Your body and mind refuse to rest even at night. The vitamins contained in chili produce a hormone responsible for a good mood. The nervous system becomes more resistant to external stimuli.
6. Decreased potency. When you don't have enough testosterone, you can find it in chili peppers.
7. Weakened immunity. Do you often get sick, regardless of the time of year? No vaccinations help you, and you again sneeze and hold a thermometer under your arm? Pepper contains ascorbic acid, which will help you strengthen your immune system and get sick less. Pepper also has antiseptic properties. This means that it will easily defeat the disease caused by microbes.

Effect on organs and systems of the body

Below we present to your attention a table, thanks to which you can find out how and which organ is affected by eating chili.

Standards of use

Uncontrolled consumption of hot peppers can lead to aggravating consequences. Therefore, it is important to know the dosage. Everything is simple here. One tablespoon per day for adults - for both men and women. If you eat more, expect stomach pain.

Note! In the fight for health, you should not exceed the permissible dose. Pepper can seriously damage the stomach lining. Recovery may take several weeks.

Application

Chili pepper is used in cooking, medicine and cosmetology. Recipes are shared by both experienced housewives and novice cooks.

In cooking

Your guests will surely appreciate a tasty, juicy dish - roast pork with chili pepper.

Ingredients:

• 0.5 kg pork;
• 0.5 kg of potatoes;
• two chili peppers;
• one carrot;
• four ripe tomatoes;
• one onion;
• three cloves of garlic;
• 200 ml meat broth or water;
• Bay leaf;
• salt;
• vegetable oil.

Cooking method:

1. First you need to marinate the meat.Cut the pork into cubes and place in the pan. Pour five tablespoons of vegetable oil, chopped garlic and onion. Add some salt. If desired, you can add paprika. The meat is marinated for 20-30 minutes. Do not leave it overnight.
2. Cut the tomatoes into slices.
3. Grate the carrots on a coarse grater or cut into slices.
4. Cut the potatoes as you wish: into cubes or circles.
5. Cut the chili peppers into little chunks.
6. We do all this while the meat is marinating. Once 20-30 minutes have passed, put it on fire.
7. When the meat begins to brown, add the tomatoes and peppers.
8. After about seven minutes, add potatoes, carrots, and bay leaves.
9. Fill with broth or water.
10. Cover with a lid.
11. Simmer over low heat until done.

This dish is ideal for entertaining guests. It turns out nourishing and juicy.

Spicy potatoes with chili pepper

Ingredients:

• 1.5 kg of potatoes;
• 1 chili pepper;
• Bay leaf;
• paprika;
• bell pepper (2-3);
• salt;
• vegetable oil;
• caraway;
• 2 cloves of garlic;
• one onion;
• parsley;
• Apple vinegar.

How to cook:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into slices.
2. Boil until almost fully cooked.
3. Finely chop all vegetables.
4. Mix all the spices separately.
5. Heat a frying pan and use vegetable oil for frying.
6. At the same time as potatoes, fry the onion and garlic.
7. Then add bell pepper.
8. Five minutes before cooking, add chili pepper and all other spices. Mix thoroughly.
9. Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped herbs.

This dish is good as a side dish for vegetables or lean meat.

You can easily find other recipes, including soups. The ingredients are usually simple. The taste of the dish depends on the cooking method: stewing, frying or boiling.The spices you pair the chili with also play a role.

In folk medicine

Treatment of joints is carried out using rubdowns.

Ingredients:

• 50 g chopped hot pepper;
• one glass of vodka or alcohol;
• vegetable oil.

Cooking method:

1. Dilute a glass of alcohol or vodka with one spoon of vegetable oil. Mix thoroughly.
2. Pour the resulting mixture over 50 g of chopped pepper.
3. Close the lid tightly.
4. Leave for two weeks in a dark place.
5. Wipe your joints once a day.

From parasites (including worms)

Ingredients:

• 30 g pepper;
• 100 ml of pure medical alcohol;
• 400 ml water.

Cooking method:

1. Chop the pepper.
2. Fill with alcohol.
3. Add the entire portion of water.
4. Place in the refrigerator for three hours.
5. Strain.
6. Take ten drops once a day for a week.

Important! To treat worms in children, consult a specialist! Alcohol tincture can harm a child's body.

In cosmetology

Chili has proven itself best for hair growth. At home, you can prepare a healing mask.

Ingredients:

• 20 ml olive oil;
• 1 yolk;
• 20 ml cognac;
• 2-3 g chopped pepper;
• 50 ml lemon juice.

Mix all ingredients and apply to scalp. The duration of exposure of the mask is no more than 15 minutes, otherwise it can cause a burn. Do this mask twice a week for two months.

For weight loss

Nutritionists advise everyone who is losing weight not to starve, but to eat right. Soup is one of the dietary products that is easily digested. With liquid, all beneficial substances are absorbed faster. We recommend trying to make tomato soup with chili for weight loss.

Ingredients:

• five tomatoes;
• two red chili peppers;
• 2 cloves of garlic;
• salt;
• spices as desired.

How to cook:

1. Peel the tomatoes.
2. Grind tomatoes, peppers and garlic in a blender.
3. Fill the mixture with water and put it on fire.
4. After boiling, add salt and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add herbs and spices to the finished soup.

Contraindications

Not everyone is allowed to consume chili pepper even in small quantities.

• angina;
• stomach ulcer;
• kidney diseases;
• liver diseases;
• haemorrhoids;
• low blood pressure.

How to choose chili

Please note the following when purchasing:

• the fruits should not have cracks or dark spots
• uniform color - the color should not flow from orange to yellow;
• The skin should be elastic, not loose.

Terms and conditions of storage

Let's look at the main storage methods.

You can store fresh peppers in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for no more than two weeks. After 10 days, it is advisable to replenish stocks.

Another method involves long-term storage. But preliminary preparation is necessary. The pepper needs to be cut and the seeds removed. Peeled and dried peppers are poured with warm oil. The jar is stored in the refrigerator. You can also add garlic, as in the photo.

Chili can be dried in the oven. You don't even have to cut the fruit. Turn the oven on to 50°C and open the door slightly. Dry for about five hours. Store only in a dry place for about six months.

Reviews

We bring to your attention reviews from people who have used chili peppers for cooking and medicinal purposes.

Anna: «I love spicy dishes. I store chili peppers only fresh. I cook meat and potatoes with the addition of pepper. But this is purely for fun. For beneficial purposes, I use a hair mask with pepper and honey. I do it for two months, then take a break for two months. There is a result, the hair is thicker and stronger.But I did the pepper wrap in vain; I burned the skin on my thighs. Be careful".

Peter: “I’m ashamed to admit, but by the age of 50 I had problems with potency. I didn’t consider myself an old man, so I decided to get down to business. Three or four times a week I asked my wife to cook food with pepper. God has had mercy, I have no contraindications. After six weeks the situation improved. And my wife supported me, she says that her sleep is better after dishes with chili.”

Olga: “I was overcome by a migraine. And I work as a school teacher, the workload is colossal, my nerves are on edge. Colleagues advised me to include hot chili peppers in my diet. I selected the recipes - and there is a result. The headaches subsided, the nervous system became more stable. I don’t understand how I could be annoyed by my own students before.”

Results

Chili pepper is a useful product used in cooking and medicine. Able to overcome headaches, strengthen blood vessels and nervous system. Useful for people with fragile bones and traumatic work. Normalizes sleep and reduces blood pressure. For safe use, it is important to know that the daily intake is one tablespoon.

Contraindications include ulcers, hemorrhoids, low blood pressure and kidney and liver diseases. You can use pepper by adding it to dishes, as well as preparing tinctures and cosmetic masks. It is convenient to store pepper; there are various ways, including dried. We wish you good health!