How do hot peppers benefit your health? ... and is the hotter the better?!
The FDA has already approved capsicum cream as a topical ointment for shingles and arthritis. Taken orally, capsicum actually improves digestation by increasing stomach secretions. Also, this spicy chemical has been known all along for its laxative effects. Those who have experienced its positive effects, cannot stop braging about it.
Lowering triglycerides can be attributed to capsicum. In addition, capsicum increases methabolism to burn a measurable number of calories at a higher rate.
Called a natural high nutrient capsicum triggers the release of endorphins -- the natural pain killers -- whose effects are very similar to those of morphine.
Some other health benefits attributed to capsicum: it reduces high blood pressure, protects against some types of cancer and is useful in the treatment of chronic rhinitis.
Capsicum has been used in folk remedies to treat everything from impotence to liver disease. Loaded with vitamins A, C and beta carotene, peppers are naturally low in fat, calories and cholesterol . So what are you waiting for? Turn every meal into a flavorful, healthy and spicy food adventure.
Answers: Chileheads knew all along is now being documentated by the medical science. Because of the renewed popularity of hot & spicy foods, the capsicum (hot) peppers have become the most intensively studied medicinal plants in the world. The results of these studies will make you a confirmed Chilehead.
The FDA has already approved capsicum cream as a topical ointment for shingles and arthritis. Taken orally, capsicum actually improves digestation by increasing stomach secretions. Also, this spicy chemical has been known all along for its laxative effects. Those who have experienced its positive effects, cannot stop braging about it.
Lowering triglycerides can be attributed to capsicum. In addition, capsicum increases methabolism to burn a measurable number of calories at a higher rate.
Called a natural high nutrient capsicum triggers the release of endorphins -- the natural pain killers -- whose effects are very similar to those of morphine.
Some other health benefits attributed to capsicum: it reduces high blood pressure, protects against some types of cancer and is useful in the treatment of chronic rhinitis.
Capsicum has been used in folk remedies to treat everything from impotence to liver disease. Loaded with vitamins A, C and beta carotene, peppers are naturally low in fat, calories and cholesterol . So what are you waiting for? Turn every meal into a flavorful, healthy and spicy food adventure.
it helps to promote good metabolism in ur body. the hotter is the better of course.
It doesn't matter how hot the pepper is but here are some of the advantages of eating say , chili peppers.Chili peppers Aids digestion Soothes sore throat Clears sinuses Combats Cancer Boosts immune system .
I always try to eat peppers when my sinus is stuffed, that is a rather drastic and obvious benefit. But in adition they are good oxidizers, they help prevent cancer, they are anti-inflammatory, it improves your metabolism and can be used for pain relief as well.
They energize your metabolism.
Everyone sites at the good points and there are many, they also are good for the blood, aid in digestion and have a high level of Vitamin C and iron.
I am a former chef and have eaten some of the hottest peppers and dishes prepared with them from Phal curry in London U.K made with 12 of the hottest peppers from India, in Thailand I had currys, dips for veg and other items made with the bird chili, Green Mango salad is a cold dish that can be fiery.
I have never had any problem with any of those I have eaten, some people have a different level of tolerance, it is best like some other things to start slowly and moderatley increase the amounts and heat levels. You can also buy Cayenne Pepper capsule in health food stores if you cannot handle the burn, they will aid in digestion and help with your system.