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Benefits of Spicy Foods - Capsaicin

4/24/2017

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According to a recent article written by Tanya Zuckerbrot (April 19, 2017), there are five reasons why spicy food is good for your health.  Capsaicin is a compound found in jalapeños, habaneros, cayenne and most other chili peppers.  Tanya credits capsaicin for these healthy benefits:   

1. You’ll lose more weight. Capsaicin is a thermogenic substance, meaning it causes the body temperature to rise, temporarily boosting metabolism and revving its ability to burn calories. Capsaicin may also decrease appetite and help curb cravings. A 2005 study in the International Journal of Obesity found that exposure to capsaicin increased participants’ satiety, and reduced their calorie and fat intake.

2. Your heart will thank you.  Studies suggest capsaicin may lower LDL cholesterol, which accumulates on artery walls and constricts blood flow to the heart. Spicy food can help dilate
blood vessels, promoting circulation and helping to manage your blood sugar, research presented during a 2012 American Chemical Society meeting suggests.

3. You may reduce your cancer risk.  A 2006 study in the journal Cancer suggests capsaicin may inhibit the spread of prostate cancer cells. Spicy foods also are known to boost immunity. Studies suggest they can act as a decongestant, protecting against irritants and pollutants, like dust and smoke.

4. You’ll eat more mindfully.  Research suggests people who eat spicy foods are often more satiated than those who don’t, which can reduce the chances of overeating. That may be because spiciness in food naturally slows the eating process, giving the brain more time to realize the body is full. The end result: fewer calories consumed.

5. You may live longer.  A Harvard University study suggested that people who ate spicy food every day saw a 14 percent lower risk of death compared to people who ate spicy food only once a week or less.
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    Nicki Praiswater is co-founder and co-owner of Lone Star Bee Company alongside her life-partner, Mark Crippen.  Together, they both enjoy beekeeping, traveling and eating great foods.   

    Nicki also authors a beekeeping blog to share their bee yard activities.

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