Showing posts with label jalapeno. Show all posts
Showing posts with label jalapeno. Show all posts

Friday, April 11, 2014

J is for Jalapenos

Jalapenos are a variety of chili pepper.

Jalapenos are mostly available green, turning red as they mature. These peppers contain a negligible amount of calories, with only 4 calories in one pepper. They also have less than a gram each of protein and fat and just 0.91 gram of carbohydrates in a serving, making them a good choice for low-carb diets.  PLUS they are wicked tasty!

Did you know:  according to studies, chili peppers can provide pain relief for migraine and sinus headaches. Capsaicin, the chemical that makes chili peppers hot, is known to inhibit a key neuropeptide, Substance P, that is the key brain pain transmitter. 



-  quick shout out to my youngest sister who is celebrating her birthday today!  Happy Birthday Heather!