Sweet Peppers
Sweet peppers are related to tomatoes, bell peppers, potatoes, and chili peppers
Rich in vitamins and antioxidants and low in calories
Vitamin and minerals
C – 1 bell pepper is about 2x the RDA
B6 important for blood clotting and bone health
E antioxidant is essential for healthy nerves and muscles
A high in beta carotene
B9 (Folate) needed for a variety of functions in the body
Potassium for heart health
Antioxidants
Capsanthin is a powerful antioxidant
Violaxanthin is an antioxidant in yellow bell peppers
Lutein may improve eye health
Quercetin may be beneficial for preventing certain chronic conditions, such as heart disease and cancer
Luteolin. Similarly, to quercetin, luteolin is a polyphenol antioxidant that may have a variety of beneficial health effects
Lycopene is what makes tomatoes and peppers red been shown to help prevent many cancers including prostate and lung.
Eye Health
High in lutein and zeaxanthin carotenoids found in relatively high amounts in bell peppers. Studies have show peppers may improve eye health and night vision protect your retina, the light-sensitive inner wall of your eye from oxidative damage
May also cut the risk of both cataracts and macular degeneration
Anemia Prevention (reduced ability of your blood to carry oxygen)
Red bell peppers a decent source of iron, they are also exceptionally rich in vitamin C, which increases the absorption of iron from your gut
Dietary iron absorption increases significantly when you consume fruits or vegetables high in vitamin C
Burn more calories with red bell peppers. Recent research has shown that sweet red peppers can activate thermogenesis and increase metabolic rate.
