One of the most consumed spices in the world.

Fruit is processed into various fermented products, powders, sauces, curry pastes and salsas.

Dried chillies are often ground into powders and added into various culinary preparations and other dishes. Leaves of Capsicum are edible and are eaten or added to soup or stews in many parts of Southeast Asia.

Pepper seed oil is used as a UV protectant useful for the cosmetic industry.

Health benefits: Prevent atherosclerosis - reduce the function of fat in the blood Heal wounds: contains vitamin C and beta-carotene Increase appetite Counteracting free radicals in the body Improve body immunity

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