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Monday, February 6, 2012

TINY CHILI in our COUNTRY

also known as Cayenne, Pepper or Chili

I can still recall how my dad used this plant to punish me for saying "bad" words when I was a kid. Yeah, it was damn painful. It nearly burned my mouth that I ended up eating ice chips all day.
Pretty sad, huh?


Anyway, years passed. And the 'sili' I despised before is now my favorite food zest.


Also, I have found out this plant's fruits not only spice up our food, but also boost our health.
So here's added information. :)


DESCRIPTION:
Erect, branched, smooth, annual herb, 30-50 cms long, pointed at both ends. Flowers are solitary and axillary, 1 to 1.8 cm in diameter. Petals are white to straw-colored. Fruit is of various sizes and varieties. (source)

NUTRITION FACTS:
rich in calcium
iron
phosphorus
vitamin B

INDICATIONS:
treatment for heart disorders (e.g. high blood pressure)
proper and balanced blood circulation. 
hemostat
treatment for digestive disorders (known to cleanse the digestive tract)
help in digestion (stomachic)
helping to expel gas  (carminative)  
a powerful and pure stimulant
Antiseptic
Pain reliever





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