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Fresno

Fresno usually refers to the Fresno chili pepper, a medium-hot red or green chili commonly used fresh, roasted, or pickled. It is similar to jalapeño but often slightly fruitier and can become hotter as it ripens red.

Beneficial properties

low in calories source of vitamin C contains capsaicinoids provides antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Fresno chili peppers provide vitamin C, small amounts of vitamin A, vitamin B6, and antioxidant carotenoids, with very few calories.

Caution. Hot chili peppers may aggravate acid reflux, gastritis, ulcers, or IBS symptoms in sensitive individuals.

Conditions it helps with

Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Stomach Ulcers & Gastritis
Includes: Gastritis, Ulcers (peptic)
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