Varying in size and color bell peppers are packed with nutrients and vitamins that can help protect your body from the damaging effects of free radicals, promote eye health and reduce the risk of heart disease. Studies show that red peppers have significantly higher levels of nutrients than green peppers due to the high levels of carotene, the nutrient responsible for the bright colors found in fruits and vegetables. Include peppers weekly into your meals. Eat them raw as a snack or in salads, grilled, stuffed or stir fried.
Nutrients and benefits found in bell peppers:
Vitamin C - Protects the immune and cardiovascular systems
B1 (thiamine) - Aids the body in converting carbs into energy, aids the nervous system
Vitamin B6 - Assists in controlling moods, prevents dandruff, eczema and psoriasis
Carotene - Protects the immune system, promotes eye health and reduces the risk of cancer
Folic acid - Prevents heart disease and helps cells remain healthy
Phytochemicals - Prevents heart disease, arterial damage and protects skin from premature aging
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