Is chili considered healthy? Unpacking the ingredients and nutritional value
                                
                                
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                                Research has shown that capsaicin, the compound giving chili peppers their heat, may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This raises the question, is chili considered healthy? The answer depends heavily on its ingredients and how it is prepared, varying from a nutrient-packed meal to a high-fat indulgence.