Capsaicin, the main flavor-giving compound in hot chili peppers is a source of both wonderful health benefits and unpleasant side effects. Despite its beneficial action on cardiovascular health, arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, capsaicin has other less desirable health effects for gastritis, acid reflux, hemorrhoids and most digestive disorders. Paprika, the beloved spice mix, is … Read more about 7 Side Effects of Hot Chili Peppers
Are your green tomatoes not ripening anymore? If you’ve noticed your tomatoes are not turning red, or yellow or purple or whatever color they’re supposed to, don’t worry. Green tomatoes are edible and perfectly safe to eat even if they’re unripe. Not just this, but they have a good nutritional value and, in certain respects, … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Green Tomatoes
Over the past few years tomatoes have stolen the spotlight and few other foods have enjoyed so much controversy as they have. First, it was all about whether tomatoes were truly fruits or whether they could still hold their well-deserved place among the veggies. At present, the craze of the black tomatoes has managed to … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Black Tomatoes
For many of us, summer is synonymous with the sweet freshness of perfectly ripe tomatoes. I for one cannot imagine eating anything else on a hot summer day and even thinking about their earthy aroma makes me crave a few slices. Fortunately, nowadays tomatoes are available almost all-year round, though it is best to eat … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Tomatoes
