Choose red bell peppers for their high levels of antioxidant vitamins A and C, which help protect cells from free radicals. One cup of chopped red peppers contains three times the minimum amount of vitamin C and nearly 100 percent of the vitamin A recommended for a typical 2,000 calorie a day diet. Green and yellow peppers fall short in vitamin A. Raising blood plasma levels of vitamin C can lead to a lower risk of developing diabetes, according to a recent study in the Archives of Internal Medicine. All peppers, however, are naturally fat free and low calorie, and they contain three grams of fiber per chopped cup, making them excellent snacks or mealtime fillers.
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