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1–2 Small Green Chili Peppers, Sliced

Small green chili peppers are immature hot peppers used to add pungent heat and fresh, sharp flavor to dishes. They are typically low in calories and used in small amounts as a spice ingredient.

Beneficial properties

rich in vitamin C contains capsaicin low calorie antioxidant compounds adds flavor with minimal sodium

Nutritional highlights

Green chili peppers provide vitamin C, vitamin A precursors, small amounts of vitamin B6 and potassium, and capsaicinoids.

Caution. Hot chili peppers may irritate the mouth, stomach, or digestive tract and can worsen reflux, gastritis, or IBS symptoms in sensitive individuals.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
IBS
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Stomach Ulcers & Gastritis
Includes: Gastritis
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