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Biological activities of red pepper (Capsicum annuum) and its pungent principle capsaicin: a review

Srinivasan, K. · Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition · 2016

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Abstract

This review summarises the biological activities of red pepper (Capsicum annuum) and capsaicin, including digestive-stimulant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and metabolic effects.

Referenced for these plants

Chili Peppercayenne pepperhot pepperjalapeñored pepperCapsicum annuum

How to cite

Srinivasan, K (2016) 'Biological activities of red pepper (Capsicum annuum) and its pungent principle capsaicin: a review', Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 56(9), pp. 1488-1500. doi:10.1080/10408398.2013.772090

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