Capsaicin in spicy foods can slightly increase calorie burning and may support digestion. However, some purported benefits of ...
Meals that bring the heat might just help you eat less. That’s the takeaway from a recent study led by researchers at The Pennsylvania State University. Their findings suggest that adding chili pepper ...
That burn you feel after biting into a jalapeño isn’t just happening in your mouth. It’s triggering a cascade of biological reactions that continue working long after your meal ends. The fiery ...
Medically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MS, RDN Key Takeaways Capsaicin, the bioactive compound that gives chili peppers their pungency, can impact your gastrointestinal system and digestion.Consuming ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images / BaileysTable Eight years after his first appearance on “Hot Ones,” Kevin Hart reprised his seat at the table to eat ...
Many travelers think they know their spice tolerance until they try a spicy dish abroad. What’s labeled mild or medium can feel far more intense than expected, leaving visitors surprised at the table.
Consumer demand for spicy food is evolving beyond extreme heat. Brands at the Specialty Food Association's Winter Fancy Faire showed how they are embracing habaneros, sweet-heat pairings and ...