In Guatemala, Chiltepe is also known as Piquín Chile. According to the records of the Ministry of Agriculture This spicy is a small and round type of chili widely used in the cuisine of Central America, Mainly in Guatemala, where it is valued for its spicy flavor and itching is intense, with a slightly sweet and fruity touch.
Chiltepe comes from a plant that is characterized by being resistant in warm and humid climates.
Although it is a spicy plant contains vitamins, such as C and TOthat reinforce the immune system and act as antioxidants. It also contains minerals and anti -inflammatory compounds.
It is good for visual health, Skin strengthening, improves circulation because it helps to delay blood vessels. In addition, it favors Digestion and the metabolismstimulating the production of gastric juices and the burning of calories, contributing to weight loss. According to chef William Buran, in Guatemalan cuisine El Chiltepe is an essential ingredient for the preparation of sauces, marinades and pickles. Chiltepe sauce is typical in Guatemala and other regions of Central America.
However, it is much more than a spicy seasoning. According to Barreno, it is a culturally significant ingredient, with outstanding nutritional and medicinal properties.
Properties and benefits of Chiltepe
According to the Jennifer Samayoa naturopath, the Chiltepe contains a list of benefits for the health and well -being of a person:
- Favors coagulation: Because it contains vitamin K, it is also a good ally to produce proteins that can favor coagulation factors.
- Antioxidant: It contains compounds that help protect against chronic diseases since it is loaded with antioxidants. These antioxidants can not only help prevent chronic diseases, but they can also contribute to more radiant and youthful skin.
- Metabolism stimulant: Its consumption can have a positive effect on the health of the digestive system, provided that it is consumed in moderation, in healthy people it can increase the absorption of nutrients from other foods and improve digestion. In addition, its consumption can help burn calories and lose weight.
- Strengthening of the immune system: Because this spicy contains vitamin C, its regular consumption can help protect people from colds, flu or other infectious diseases.
Excess is harmful
Despite the benefits, excessive consumption of spicy substances in general can be harmful to the gastrointestinal tract mucosa. Specialists in the subject suggest the consumption of spicy food in moderation, since abuse of this type of food can bring long -term negative effects.
According to Dr. Liseth López, the excessive consumption of any spicy is not favorable for people suffering: gastritis, irritable intestine syndrome, hemorrhoids, reflux, ulcers or children under 5 years.
The recommendation of specialists is to seek the support of a professional on the subject to assess health risks and conditions, before consuming certain foods too often.