Originating in Mexico, the Jalapeno has been in Mexican markets since the sixteenth century. A petite Jalapeno green pepper measures 5 to 8 cm in length and 3 cm in width. Besides, its smooth, bright to dark green skin will ripen to a vivid red when fully mature. Plus, the crisp and juicy flesh of this pepper offers a vegetal flavor and a spicy bite with heat increasing as the pepper peaks in maturity. Peppers contain a chemical known as capsaicin, which is actually what gives peppers their hot properties. Capsaicin is also good for helping you lose weight, and is commonly found in many weight loss pills and supplements. So, if you're dieting, you know what you need to eat in order to see your dream come true!