1. Help lose weight and maintain weight
    The ratio of fat and calories in bell peppers is very low; a cup of chopped bell peppers contains less than 30-40 calories and no more than 1 gram of fat. In addition, a recent study showed that CH-19 in bell peppers helps the body prevent the growth of small fat cells into growth cells, reducing obesity. These make bell peppers an essential and important food in a weight loss diet, or part of a healthy and balanced diet.
  2. Improve eye health
    Bell peppers contain over 30 different types of carotenoids, a group of organic pigments found mainly in plants, contributing to the health of the body in general and eye health in particular. Lutein and zeaxanthin are two carotenoids found in fairly high amounts in bell peppers, which protect the retina and the inner part of the eye from oxidative damage. Adding bell peppers to meals can significantly reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.
  3. Prevent cancer
    Active ingredients such as carotenoids in bell peppers may be an important factor in the prevention of various cancers, they develop during the ripening process of bell peppers, can neutralize and limit their effects. of these free radicals on our bodies. A study published in 2006 found that capsaicin, a naturally occurring organic compound found in bell peppers, inhibits and prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells.
  4. Strengthen the immune system
    A cup of ground bell peppers contains 157% of the daily recommended value of vitamin C. The rich amount of vitamin C in different types of chili makes it particularly effective in preventing infections and diseases, helping to maintain a healthy immune system.
  5. Essential for cardiovascular health
    In addition to the aforementioned benefits, bell peppers are an excellent source of vitamin B6, which helps the heart function and prevent other heart diseases. Moreover, bell peppers prevent infection, reduce the risk of inflammation and arteriosclerosis, so eating one cup of bell peppers every day will significantly reduce the risk of heart attack.