World Vegetable Center 83d ago

Peppers are rich in compounds that support human health and nutrition. Dr Bhimu Patil (Professor and Director, Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center, Texas A&M University) explores their role in functional foods and wellness. Recorded at the 27th International Pepper Conference (Bangkok, Thailand, January 19–22, 2026), this presentation highlights the nutritional and health benefits of peppers, including their rich content of capsaicinoids, carotenoids, and flavonoids. It explores how these compounds contribute to human health and the potential for developing functional foods and nutraceutical products. #FoodScience #Nutrition #Capsicum #PepperConference #IPC2026