Many of us regularly use chilli to pick up the dishes but in addition to giving a lot of taste to your preparations, this food has many benefits for your health.
The properties of Piment
Indeed, the chilli has antioxidant properties which allows it to protect some of our cells, in fact it contains vitamin E that enters into the prevention of certain cancers, certain cardiovascular diseases or Alzheimer's disease. It also contains vitamin C which contributes to the health of bones, teeth, gums, ... as well as vitamin B6 which contributes to the formation of red blood cells and strengthens the immune system. Finally, it contains trace elements such as iron, manganese and copper, which are essential to the health of everyone.
All these elements have been validated by researchers: red pepper is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing cardiovascular disease or a form of fatal cancer. In general, chilli would reduce the risk of premature mortality by 13%.
These longevity properties would essentially come from the main component of the capsaicin. Indeed, the latter is very important especially for cellular and molecular mechanisms because it helps to prevent obesity, to regulate coronary blood flow.
It also has properties that directly sanitize the intestinal microbiota.
In conclusion, regular consumption of chilli would increase the long-term life expectancy by significantly reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke or fatal cancers.
Sources: https://www.femmeactuelle.fr/sante/alimentation-equilibree/piment-vertus-sante-20588 – https://usbeketrica.com/fr/etude-suggere-manger-piment-allonge-duree-de-vie – https://www.santelog.com/actualites/alimentation-du-piment-pour-vivre-plus-longtemps