Bellino Garlic & Parsley Anchovy, 4.2 Ounce Unit Pack of 4
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Bellino Garlic & Parsley Anchovy, 4.2 Ounce Unit (Pack of 4)
- Crushed red pepper flakes are made up of a combination of red chili pepper types. Ancho, bell, cayenne and other peppers can all be part of the dried and ground pepper mix.
- The health benefits of crushed red pepper extend beyond its use as a flavoring.
- The heat you get from crushed red pepper comes from the capsaicin it contains. The more capsaicin, the hotter the pepper.
- Capsaicin does more than just give the peppers their spicy bite, it has numerous health benefits.Crushed red pepper contains a small but still significant amount of vitamin C.
- In addition, crushed red pepper is a good source of vitamin E, another important antioxidant vitamin. Lastly, vitamin B6 is present as well. Vitamin B6 is sometimes called pyridoxine.