Chillies

Chillies – Key Benefits

• 1. Health & Medicinal Benefits :
• Boosts Metabolism: Capsaicin (the heat compound) enhances fat burning.
• Pain Relief: Used in topical creams to relieve muscle and joint pain.
• Cardiovascular Health: Helps reduce cholesterol, triglycerides, and platelet aggregation.
• Rich in Vitamins: Especially Vitamin C (boosts immunity) and Vitamin A (supports vision).
• Digestive Aid: Stimulates saliva and gastric juices, improving digestion.
• Anti-Cancer Potential: Capsaicin shows promise in limiting growth of cancer cells in lab studies.

• 2. Culinary Uses :
• Flavor & Heat: Essential in cuisines around the world – from Indian curries to Mexican salsas.
• Preservation: Natural antibacterial properties help preserve food.
• Coloring Agent: Adds vibrant red color to dishes (ASTA color grading is widely used in exports).

• 3. Industrial Uses :
• Oleoresins & Extracts: Used in processed food flavoring, sauces, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
• Capsaicin Production: Used in pepper sprays and therapeutic creams.

Export-Oriented Information Points:

• Top Export Markets: USA, Mexico, China, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE.
• Compliance: Aflatoxin-controlled, pesticide-free, GHP & GMP compliant.
• Used in: Sauces, pickles, spice mixes, and snack seasonings.
• Extract production: Oleoresins and capsaicin.
• Nutraceutical and traditional medicine sectors.