Red Chilli Powder (100gm)

“Red chilli powder is usually ground into a powder and used as a spice. Red chilies are dried or pickled in order to store them for a long period of time. They are an excellent source of vitamin C, but excess use of red chilies may cause indigestion and heartburn. Capsaicin, the chemical that makes chilies hot, is known to reduce the risk of skin and stomach cancer. They contain more vitamin C than an orange. It also acts as a remedy for cold and sinus symptoms. It does not contain any cholesterol. Red chili powder consists of dried, ripe fruits belonging to the family Solanaceae. Dried red chili is used in whole form or powdered. The red chilly powder is spicy, and the intense heat is concentrated in the seeds. Red chili powder is the most popular spice ingredient used in India in food preparation. The organic red chili powder is made by grinding cleaned whole red chilies and packing. The major active components of red chilly are the pungent capsaicin (capsaicin and dihydrocapsaicin), which gives a hot sensation when consumed. Capsaicin has demonstrated significant antioxidant properties and has been established for its several beneficial roles in improving the health of human beings. The dried red chilly powder is a good source of carotene. Based on research, red chilies may be used to treat overweight and obesity. Red chili powder has beneficial effects on metabolic syndrome. A metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that arise together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Chilly powder made from red chillies would have all these health-benefiting properties too. Chilly powder is an integral part of Indian cooking. It is the most commonly used food additive that gives food the characteristic red color and a fiery taste.”