Ask an expert: Can I eat raw capsicum?

Ask an expert: Can I eat raw capsicum?

Expert opinion from Luciana M. Cherubin

Bachelor in Nutrition · 5 years of experience · Argentina

The best way to eat capsicum is raw, because it is an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C can be destroyed by heat and light.

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Expert opinion from Mariana Brkic

Bachelor in Nutrition · 10 years of experience · Argentina

There is not harm in eating raw capsicum. Any capsicum or bell pepper are the mildest of all of the chili peppers. Consumption of raw capsicum does not have a spicy flavour, on the contrary those are sweet, and has no “heat” effect on the body.

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Expert opinion from Georgios Christos Bakolas

Master Science in Sport Nutrition · 3 years of experience · UK

Capsicum or bell peppers are fruits that belong to the nightshade family. This type of fruits can be eaten either raw or cooked and are an excellent addition to a healthy diet because of their vitamins, antioxidants and carotenoids content.

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