Rossendale Free Press

5 REASONS TO... SPICE UP YOUR DIET WITH CHILLIES

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1. They are high in vitamin C which we need for the production of collagen in the body to strengthen muscles and skin.

2. Chillies contain potassium, which helps control your blood pressure.

3. They are a great source of vitamin A, which plays an important role in keeping your skin, eyes and hair healthy.

4. Chillies are rich in antioxidan­ts such as lutein and zeaxanthin that could help to lower your risk of cancer.

5. They contain some phosphorus, which keeps bones healthy, so it’s important in osteoporos­is and arthritis.

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