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Serrano Chile

Serrano chile is a small, hot chili pepper commonly used fresh in salsas, sauces, and cooked dishes. It is a produce vegetable that adds heat and flavor with very few calories.

Beneficial properties

low calorie rich in vitamin C contains capsaicin source of antioxidants adds flavor without much sodium

Nutritional highlights

Serrano chiles provide vitamin C, vitamin A precursors, small amounts of vitamin B6 and potassium, and capsaicinoids such as capsaicin.

Caution. Hot chili peppers may aggravate heartburn, 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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