chemical capsaicin

  • The Health Benefits of Spicy Foods

    The Health Benefits of Spicy Foods

    Foods that contain chili peppers are considered spicy foods mainly because of the burning sensation that is experienced when these types of food are eaten. What makes spicy foods produce the burning sensation is the chemical capsaicin. Capsaicin is considered an irritant to try to prevent animals from eating the chili peppers. One way to…

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