As sisters, we make it an effort to get together now and then for fellowship, food and fun! One of our most recent gatherings was a pasta night where we each contributed a dish. At this time, LaKiesha was just about 9 months pregnant with O'Ryan...She decided to make this incredible ricotta pasta.
As it heated up, I could not wait to taste it. The aroma with that and my bolognese along with jessica's fragrantless salad created an anticipation to eat like no other! As we sat down, her husband Louis was the first to take a bite. After tasting the ricotta pasta, he made this "o" shape with his mouth and exclaimed, "baby, this is HOT!". What LaKiesha failed to mention was that she packed the pasta with these chilis that she grows at home! I must say, the pasta was amazing, but it was very hot! LaKiesha then went on to tell us that "O'Ryan likes spicy food, and peppers have a great benefit!"
She was right!!! Not only do organic peppers add great taste to our dishes, but they contain superior healing agents that promote your health.Plant compounds called capsaicinoids create the heat in peppers when it touches your mucous membranes.
Different peppers produce a slightly different burn, from mild to very hot. The hottest peppers of the genus capsaicin, such as cayenne and jalapeño peppers, produce a sensation of fire in your mouth.When that fire hits, like it did with Louis, your mouth sends a signal to your brain which releases natural pain relievers and endorphins. It’s good to go for the burn, but do so in moderation.
Cayenne is a very popular hot pepper. Its long pod and biting seeds boost fiery flavor and support your immune system too. Specifically, the vitamin A, or beta-carotene, in cayenne and other organic peppers protects your digestive system and wards off infections.Fresh or lightly cooked red peppers such as cayenne also contain vitamins E, C, and B complex vitamins.
Although its best not to feed your baby these hot peppers, there are mild peppers that are safe to include in their diet. Very mild and sweet organic peppers have plenty of health benefits, too. Dark green poblanos and red, green, and yellow bell peppers offer the benefits of high fiber, and they’re low in fat, calories, and sodium.
Read More at:
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/health-benefits-of-peppers/
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