Description
- Mantra organic chilli powder
- Organic
- 100% Organic preservative free unadulterated anti-oxidant
Chillies consist of dried ripe fruits belonging to family solanaceae. Dried red chilly is used in whole form or powdered. Red chilly powder is spicy and the intense heat is concentrated in the seeds. Red chilly powder is the most popular spice ingredient used in India in food preparation. 24Mantra organic red chilly powder is made by grinding cleaned whole red chillies and packed. The major active components of red chilly are the pungent capsaicin (capsaicin and dihydrocapsaicin), which give a hot sensation when consumed. Capsaicin demonstrated significant antioxidant properties and has been established for its several beneficial roles in improving health of human beings. Dried red chilly powder is a good source of -carotene. Based on research work red chilies may be used to treat overweight and obesity. Red chillies have beneficial effects on metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that arise together, increasing risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. Chilly powder made from red chillies would have all these health benefitting properties too. Chilly powder is an integral part of Indian cooking. It is the most commonly used food additive which gives the characteristic red colour and the fiery taste to food.