Fresh Bell Pepper
₦2,500.00 ₦2,500.00
Our high-quality organic bell peppers are harvested farm fresh. All our farm produce is grown with ISO-certified organic farm inputs.
Description
Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are fruits from the species Capsicum annuum. They are the only members of the Capsicum that do not produce capsaicin responsible for the spicy taste. Sweet Bell Peppers are loved for their mildness, their heat intensity is very low compared to habanero peppers, and as such are well tolerated by persons with ulcers or gastrointestinal problems. It also makes them perfect to be eaten raw, in salads, sauces, and other cooked dishes. Sweet Bell Peppers can be dried and powdered smooth to make paprika spice, in some languages paprika refers to the fruit as well as spice. Bell Peppers are packed with many benefits, making them excellent for a healthy diet. They are rich in many vitamins and antioxidants, especially vitamins C and, A, fiber, and various carotenoids. If you want to lose weight, they are a great option as they are low in calories.
Cultivars of the Plant produce fruits in different colors including red, yellow, purple, white, and green when unripe.
Nutritional Facts
A raw red bell pepper is 94% water, 5% carbohydrates, 1% protein, and contains negligible fat. A 100-gram (3.5 ounces) reference amount supplies 26 calories and is a rich source of vitamin C – containing 158% of the Daily Value (DV) – vitamin A (20%), and vitamin B6 (23% DV), with moderate contents of riboflavin (12%), folate (12% DV), and vitamin E (11% DV). A red bell pepper supplies twice the vitamin C and eight times the vitamin A content of a green bell pepper.[1]
Health Benefits of Bell Peppers
- Immune system support
3. Improved eye health
Bell peppers contain carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin, which may help protect eye health and support healthy vision.
Bell peppers contain iron, which can help improve oxygen transportation throughout the body and reduce the likelihood of anemia.
Bell peppers may help reduce inflammation in the body, which is at the root of most diseases.
Animal studies suggest that bell pepper consumption may be effective in preventing memory loss in those with Alzheimer’s.
Animal studies suggest bell peppers aid blood sugar management.
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Additional information
size | 1kg |
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