By Samuel
Bell pepper belongs to the Solanaceae (nightshade) family of plants. It has fewer calories and fats and it is a good source of the carotenoid called lycopene
Lycopene is a natural compound that is found in bright red fruits and vegetables and helps in disease prevention and protection.
Bell pepper also contains beta-carotene a precursor for vitamin A, which among other things helps in forming and maintaining healthy skin and teeth as well as in promoting good vision.
Additionally, when young and tender, it may be eaten raw in salads, where it provides maximum nutritional benefits
Health Benefits
• Supports Healthy Night Vision
Bell peppers are high in vitamin A and help to support healthy eyesight, especially night vision. Vitamin A is also essential for regenerating cells and tissues. It also helps generate red blood cells, which carry oxygen to the tissues.
• Excellent Supply Of Vitamin C.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps repair tissue and reduce damage from inflammation and oxidation
It helps the human body to develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free radicals from the body
Vitamin C also helps with the proper absorption of iron.
• High In Vitamin E
Vitamin E works with vitamin C to protect the body tissues. It also has other health benefits, including a role in the immune system and immunity.
• Vital Source Of Vitamin B6 And Magnesium
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that helps in protein and glucose metabolism, the manufacture of hemoglobin, and helps keep the lymph nodes, thymus, and spleen healthy.
Studies have also shown that the combination of vitamin B6 and magnesium help decrease anxiety, especially relating to pre-menstrual symptoms.