Food of the week: PEPPER
What is it?
A very versatile seed bearing food from the Capiscum family. Peppers come
in a variety of types. Peppers are characterised by their colour, shape and how
peppery they are! The heat of peppers is measured on a scale called the Scoville
scale.
Where does it come from? Peppers grow in a variety
of countries – they tend to do best in a warm to hot climate.
What is the big deal? They are low in calories and exceptionally rich in vitamin C and
other antioxidants, making them an excellent addition to a healthy diet. They
bring flavour and excitement to some meals. Peppers have been associated with
other medicinal properties too.
Other fact : In certain ethnic groups; particularly West African – a dietary intake
high in hotter peppers is thought to
make you less disease prone! By the way pepper is actually a fruit!
More to follow...
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