14/06/2023
DID YOU KNOW?
HEALTH BENEFITS OF SPICY FOODS
1. Reduced Cancer Risk
A study conducted by the University of Texas and published in Experimental Biology and Medicine analyzed the impact of 41 common spices on cancer patients. The nutraceuticals in spicy foods were found to slow or halt the growth of tumor cells. Although more research is needed, this suggests that plant-based spices could serve as a healthier, all-natural alternative to pharmaceutical drugs.
2. Weight Loss
That guy who's breaking a sweat eating his extra-hot wings could be onto something. Studies have found that by raising the body's temperature, spicy foods—especially those containing capsaicin, ginger and black pepper—could temporarily boost metabolism by 8 to 10 percent. This not seem like a huge amount, but every little bit helps. In addition to revving the body's metabolic engine, spicy foods could also help suppress appetite. Moreover, the capsaicin content, the hot foods could also cause you to eat slower, so you'll register fullness quicker and be less likely to overeat.
3. Clear Sinuses
Capsaicin-containing peppers, such as cayenne, tabasco and jalapeños, may reduce nasal congestion, sinus pressure and sinus pain. In a University of Cincinnati study, a group of 44 people suffering from non-allergic rhinitis were given either a nose spray containing capsaicin or a placebo. The spray with capsaicin relieved symptoms faster, participants reported.
4. A Healthier Heart
Science says yes. In 2011, a study by the American Chemical Society revealed the heart-healthy benefits of chili peppers. The capsaicin and other elements found in spicy foods help to reduce dangerous cholesterol and improve circulation, both of which prevent heart disease.
Source: People One Health
https://portal.peopleonehealth.com/HealthyLiving/Nutrition/All/7SurprisingHealthBenefitsofSpicyFoods
