Nutritionist Tsapkina: chili peppers can be dangerous for people with ulcers or arrhythmias … She told RIA Novosti about this.
According to her, those who have diseases of the gastrointestinal tract should be careful with chili, as it, acting on the mucous membranes, can irritate them. She emphasized that red pepper is contraindicated for people with its individual intolerance, exacerbation of ulcers, arrhythmia or hypotension.
At the same time, the nutritionist noted that chili pepper contains vitamins A, B and C, which accelerate blood circulation, minimize the risk the appearance of atherosclerosis and normalize the work of the cardiovascular system. She added that the substances contained in this spice help to strengthen blood vessels, and also act on bacteria, killing them. “Chili is a great antimicrobial,” she explained.
Dietitian Michael Mosley previously revealed that eating certain spices can help relieve joint pain associated with arthritis. The first of the four spices that have a positive effect on the body is turmeric. Cayenne pepper and other dried chillies also help combat joint pain by relieving it. This type of pepper contains compounds known as capsaicinoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, according to the expert, you need to include more cinnamon in the diet.