Scotch bonnet is used for flavouring and spicing different cuisine. It has some amazing benefits/medicinal properties. Scotch bonnet pepper contains capsaicin, which is normally used for manufacturing medications such as analgesic and pepper spray. Capsaicin, based on research is capable of blocing the groth of cancer cells.  They are an excellent source of phytochemicals and vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), iron, vitamin B, carotenoids, niacin, riboflavin, dietary fibre, flavonoids and magnesium.