by Spicy Blog | Nov 20, 2017 | Lifestyle
Do you enjoy spicy food or do you abhor it? Regardless of how you feel about spicy fare, you might have wondered just what it is that causes that heat and pain when you have something that is particularly spicy. It all happens because of the capsaicin in peppers. This...
by Spicy Blog | Nov 19, 2017 | Lifestyle
Capsaicin is the chemical in peppers that gives them their fiery bite. The concentration varies from one type of pepper to another, and the heat level is measured in Scoville units. The higher the unit ranking, the hotter the pepper (and the more capsaicin it...
by Spicy Blog | Nov 18, 2017 | Health
Capsaicin is found in peppers, such as jalapenos, cayenne, and habaneros. These foods help to add some delicious spice to many different types of food, and the capsaicin that the peppers contain is often used as a medicine. The benefits can be found through creams,...
by Spicy Blog | Nov 17, 2017 | Health
One bite of a hot pepper, and you might be convinced that capsaicin, the phytochemical responsible for that searing sensation, is actually an inflammatory. And, you’d be right in some instances. However, capsaicin is an anti-inflammatory in many other instances. This...
by Spicy Blog | Nov 16, 2017 | Food
Here’s the thing – you adore Szechuan cuisine, are passionate about fiery chili, and absolutely love Indian curry. But over the past few months, you have noticed that you have developed a sudden sensitivity to spicy foods. Why is that? You want your spicy food back,...
