Peppers, Hot chili, Green, Raw

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Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g

100 g gives about 285% of daily vitamin C, 14% of daily vitamin B-6 and 12% of daily potassium needed in pregnancy.

  1. Vitamin C 242.5 mg
  2. Vitamin B-6 0.27 mg
  3. Potassium 340 mg
  4. Riboflavin 0.09 mg
  5. Iron 1.2 mg
  6. Folate (DFE) 23 mcg
  7. Protein 2 g
  8. Zinc 0.3 mg
  9. Choline 11.1 mg
  10. Calcium 18 mg
  11. DHA 0 g
  12. Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
  13. Vitamin D 0 IU
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Nutrients per 100 grams
NutrientIn 100 gDaily reference
Calcium18 mg1000 mg
Choline11.1 mg450 mg
DHA0 g0.3 g
Folate (DFE)23 mcg600 mcg
Iron1.2 mg27 mg
Potassium340 mg2900 mg
Protein2 g70 g
Riboflavin0.09 mg1.4 mg
Vitamin B-120 mcg2.6 mcg
Vitamin B-60.27 mg1.9 mg
Vitamin C242.5 mg85 mg
Vitamin D0 IU600 IU
Zinc0.3 mg11 mg

Pregnancy guidance

Safe with precautions

Raw green chili peppers are safe during pregnancy if washed thoroughly, though moderation is advised. They are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that support immune health. CDC advises rinsing chili peppers under running water to eliminate soil bacteria before trimming. Use small amounts to season prenatal meals, but be cautious if spicy capsaicin triggers heartburn or gastrointestinal upset.

Sources: CDC · FDA

How to read this

During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Peppers, Hot chili, Green, Raw provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.

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