Seasonal Produce of the Month for February

This vegetable is one of my favorites because of its sweetness and perfect crunch. The produce of the month for February is capsicum. This vegetable is a great source of vitamin C which is needed to help make the protein collagen. Collagen is needed for youthful looking skin as well as strong ligaments and tendons. This vitamin also plays an important role in optimising your immune system.

Capsicum is also a good source of beta carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in your body. Like vitamin C, vitamin A also supports your immune system to work at its best. Capsicums are also a good source of folate which is needed to make and repair DNA. Also, potassium which helps to lower blood pressure and supports heart health.

Capsicums are rich in antioxidants which help to fight off excess free radicals which can cause damage and disease to the cells of your body. This includes capsanthin which is present in red capsicums and gives red capsicums its color. If you are in the mood for a capsicum snack after reading this, I recommend topping a delicious Corn Thins slice with avocado and sliced capsicum for a perfect snack.