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Sauce Or Crushed Red Pepper

Crushed red pepper is a spicy seasoning made from dried, crushed chili peppers, often including seeds. It is used in small amounts to add heat and flavor to foods.

Beneficial properties

contains capsaicin rich in antioxidants very low calorie adds flavor without sodium

Nutritional highlights

It provides small amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and carotenoid and polyphenol antioxidants, though typical serving sizes are very small.

Caution. 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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