Choose firm, brightly colored peppers with tight skin
that are heavy for their size.
Avoid dull, shriveled or pitted peppers.
How to Store
Refrigerate bell peppers in plastic bag for use within 5 days.
Nutrition Benefits
Fat free; saturated fat free; low sodium; cholesterol free; low calorie; high in vitamin C.
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Onions have a variety of medicinal effects. Early American settlers used wild onions to treat colds, coughs, and asthma, and to repel insects. In Chinese medicine, onions have been used to treat angina, coughs, bacterial infections, and breathing problems.
In addition, the leaf of the marjoram has been used to loosen phlegm. It acts as a decongestant and useful in bronchitis, sinusitis and sinus headaches. Used as a tonic for the nervous system, marjoram is believed to be more calming than oregano, as it is used to soothe the nerves, reduce tension and stress; especially environmental. One of the components in marjoram is the flavonoids which have sedation qualities which help to relieve insomnia, tension headaches
and migraines.
Chinese use onions as medicines to cure coughs, angina, bacteria and some breathing issues. Similarly early Americans used onions to treat cough, cold, and asthma.
Turmeric has a pain suppressing ability. Most of the studies to date have been on animals however Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine have recorded the medicinal health benefits of turmeric in humans over a long period of time.
This finding may indicate that nutrients in wine are responsible for the positive effect of alcoholic beverages on lung function," said Schunemann. "Red wine in moderation has been shown to be beneficial for the heart, but in this case the relationship was stronger for white wine."
Studies have shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.
Several studies suggest that cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes.
Eating almonds has the same effect as the cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins. A one and a half ounce handful of almonds is a leading source of vitamin E and magnesium and offers protein, fiber, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and iron in 246 calories. Also, almonds (and other nuts) contain phytochemicals, which are plant chemicals that may provide powerful protection against heart disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases.
Vermouth is a fortified wine (meaning additional alcohol is added to it) flavored with herbs and spices. The combination of a higher alcohol content - typically 17 to 18 percent - and the herbs and spices have the effect of extending vermouth's shelf life. An open bottle will easily keep for a couple of months in the refrigerator so there's no need to drink it quickly.
Morel mushrooms are high in antioxidants, which boosts the immune system and help your body resist diseases and illnesses. In a study conducted by the Department of Surgical Research at the Beckman Research Institute of the City of Hope confirms that high mushroom intake may increase immunity.
One can make rosemary tea by chopping up the needles and adding one teaspoon of it to one cup of boiling water, making quite a delightful tea beverage.
Potassium is a naturally occurring mineral that helps prevent strokes, and it reduces blood pressure. Most people think of bananas when they want to add potassium to their diet, but unbeknownst to many, mushrooms have a high potassium content. An average-size portabella mushroom has as much potassium as a serving of orange juice or a banana. This is great news for those who want to gain the health benefits of potassium but want to add greater variety to their diets
Recent research is now revealing even more benefits attached to rosemary this remarkable herb, including its ability to help prevent cancer and age-related skin damage, boost the functioning of the liver and act as a mild diuretic to help reduce swelling.
Extensive tests on humans have concluded that a regular intake of garlic can:
Lower total cholesterol (but raise the good-type HDL cholesterol)
Produce more "natural killer" cells in the blood that will tackle infections and tumours
Lower blood pressure
Thyme contain thymol, carvacrol and flavonoids which are all beneficial for breaking up congestion, stopping coughing, calming bronchial spasms, and stimulating respiration.
Parsley is high in iron so helps repair and provides components for better blood cells.
Gallstones: Helps dissolve them.
As an antibacterial agent and stimulant, paprika can help normalize blood pressure, improve circulation, and increase the production of saliva and stomach acids to aid digestion. High heat leaches the vitamins from peppers, thus commercially-dried peppers are not as nutritious as those dried naturally in the sun.
Ginger contains very potent anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols. These substances are believed to explain why so many people with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis experience reductions in their pain levels and improvements in their mobility when they consume ginger regularly. In two clinical studies involving patients who responded to conventional drugs and those who didn't, physicians found that 75% of arthritis patients and 100% of patients with muscular discomfort experienced relief of pain and/or swelling.
Buttermilk is lower in fat than regular milk, because the fat has been removed to make butter. It is also high in potassium, vitamin B12, calcium, and riboflavin as well as a good source of phosphorus.