Red pepper 红椒 （ hóng jiāo ）
Classification: Capsicum annuum (Family Solanaceae)
Calories: 212kcal/100g
Nutritional Value: Increases appetite, aids in weight loss, clears heat and alleviates pain
Not suitable for: Hyperthyroidism patients, nephritis patients, chronic bronchitis sufferers
Introduction: Red pepper is a cultivated variant of chili pepper. It has a pungent aroma and can remove the fishy odor from dishes. It has high nutritional value, providing warmth and enhancing appetite. In addition to being rich in carotenoids, a single red pepper contains approximately 5000 international units of vitamin A, which meets the daily requirements for adults. It also contains over 100 milligrams of vitamin C. These abundant antioxidants help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body and are beneficial to human health.
When selecting red peppers, it is advisable to choose those with a deep, intense red color. These peppers have absorbed ample nutrients and therefore tend to be spicier.