What makes bell peppers so healthy?

1. Rich in vitamin C. Increased vitamin C intake may help boost
immune system, decrease inflammation and lower risk for heart disease.

2. Rich in vitamin K, which helps with blood clotting and protects against osteoporosis.

3. Green, red and yellow peppers contain phenolic compounds that may help scavenge free radicals.

4. Research suggests that the nutrients in peppers work
together to help lower the risk of prostate cancer.

Author

David Cox, D.C. Dr. David Cox is Little Elm's Original Chiropractor! Passionately serving the area since 2001, he has been in Little Elm since it was a "one stop light town!"

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