Capsicum

Nutrients

Vitamin C: Helps with immune function, collagen synthesis, and protects cells from damage 

Vitamin B6: Helps with immune function, nutrient metabolism, and neurotransmitter synthesis 

Provitamin A: Helps with vision and brain health 

Fiber: Helps with digestion and weight loss 

Antioxidants: Help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease 

Health benefits 

Immune health: Capsicum's vitamins and antioxidants help support your immune system

Skin health: Capsicum's vitamin C helps keep your skin healthy

Digestion: Capsicum's fiber helps with digestion

Weight loss: Capsicum's fiber helps with weight loss

Nervous system: Capsicum's vitamins and minerals help benefit the nervous system

Bone health: Capsicum contains magnesium, which is important for bone growth

Metabolism: Capsicum's fiber helps with metabolism

You can eat capsicum raw, cooked, or grilled. 

Other uses

In traditional medicine, capsicum has been used to treat coughs, toothaches, sore throats, and more. Capsaicin, a component of capsicum, has also been used to treat nerve pain.