ADVANTAGES OF ENJOYING
CHILLI
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Benefits of Eating Chilli
There are many articles, analyzes and contributions describing the benefits of eating chili and hot foods.
Chili peppers contain a variety of vitamins and minerals that, if consumed daily, can greatly enhance digestion and improve your health.
The exact amount varies depending on the type of chili. For example, common paprika is not the same as Thai chili, but it is generally good because it contains the beneficial vitamins and minerals that different types of chili also provide.
Short History of Chilli
A quarter of the population in countries around the world eat chili every day. Chillies are perennial shrubs belonging to the Capsicum family. They were unknown to much of the world until Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492.
Of course, Christopher Columbus did not "find" them. There are several theories of origin that point to Brazil, Mexico, and other parts of South America as the "place" where chiles come from.
The world has always known the positive benefits of eating hot food. They are mainly known in Asia, Central America and South America.
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Cooking and Chilli
The benefits of eating chili and hot foods have long been known in the culinary world.
Especially in Asian and Mexican cuisine, it is known that food is seasoned more and made more
spicy.
Spicy Food
People who eat hot food themselves realized that regular consumption of hot food and
chili contributes to better digestion and better well-being and strengthens the immune system
Scientists believe that birds are mainly responsible for the spread of wild chilies from their areas of origin.
As it has been proven, birds do not have receptors to feel the heat of chili fruits. It also does not harm their digestive system.
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Benefits of Eating Chili and Hot Peppers
Chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) is related to peppers and tomatoes, the difference is in the hot taste. There are many different types of chilies such as cayenne, jalapeño, habanero, Thai chili, their biggest difference is only the degree of hotness. Chili peppers contain a special substance called capsaicin, known as capsaicinoids, which gives chili peppers their heat when eaten. Capsaicinoids are also the main ingredient, the intensity and heat of which can only be tasted by mammals.
How to Measure Chili spice level?
Chili peppers have different degrees of heat, for easier comparison the American pharmacist Wilbur Scoville created a method to measure the degree of heat of chili peppers. The method for measuring the degree of pepper is called the Scoville organoleptic test. Scovil's organoleptic test is the best method for measuring and testing the heat level of a plant. For easier representation, he created the Scoville scale. The Scoville scale is a scale that measures the intensity of chilies. The units for measuring heat and its intensity are called Scoville (SHU), which measure the concentration of capsaicin in the plant.
For ease of comparison and representation, below is a table representing the degree of heat of different chili peppers
Scoville scale
Scoville unit | A type of paprika |
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0 - 100 | Common pepper, Pimento |
100 - 1,000 | Banana peppers, Cubanelle peppers |
1,000 - 2,500 | Anaheim pepper, Poblano pepper |
2,500 - 10,000 | Espelette pepper, Jalapeno chili |
10,000˙ - 25,000 | Serrano pepper, Aleppo pepper, Cheongvang chilli |
25,000 - 50,000 | Guntur chili, Cayenne pepper, Tabasco chili |
50,000 - 100,000 | Thai chili, Malaqueta pepper |
100,000 - 350,000 | Habanero pepper, Scotch bonnet chili, Red and Orange habanero, |
350,000 - 750,000 | Red Saving Habanero, chocolate habanero |
750,000 - 1,500,000 | Trinidad Moruga Scorpion, Naga Viper chili, Infinity, Bhut Jolokia (Ghost chili) |
1,500,000 - 3,000,000 + | Pepper X, Carolina Reaper čili, Dragons breath |
Benefits of Eating Hot Food and Chili
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Improves Health and Metabolism
The main benefit of eating hot peppers is that capsaicin contributes to gut health and weight loss. Chili peppers, whether raw or powdered, are rich in antioxidants, iron, vitamins A and C, and other compounds that can soothe digestive issues like bloating, upset stomach, and cramps. Hot peppers can speed up the metabolism, suppress hunger and improve the rate of fat burning in the body. Eating spicy foods and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can speed up the loss of extra pounds and body fat.
May Improve Longevity
Some studies show that people who eat spicy food have a better chance of living a long and healthy life.
Helps Prevent Osteoporosis
Regular consumption of green chilies, which are rich in vitamin K, reduces the risk of osteoporosis. The capsaicin found in green chilies can help prevent joint inflammation.
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Natural Afrodiziak
Various studies have shown that people who consume chili or hot sauces daily have better and longer lasting sex.
Chili, which contains capsaicin, prevents blood clotting and accelerates blood circulation, thus contributing to better blood flow to the male fetus. A certain percentage of men have noticed that eating chilies or hot sauce can help increase their libido.
After collecting the saliva of the subjects, the scientists found an increased level of testosterone, which is one of the components released during sexual intercourse. Testeoron, on the other hand, contributes to a better sexual relationship with a partner.
So just try one of our CHILLICUS sauces and see for yourself its capabilities.
Regular consumption of chilies can improve eyesight
Chili peppers contain a large amount of vitamin A, which is important for maintaining a strong immune system and also helps you maintain healthy and strong eyesight.
Promotes Cardiovascular Health
Chili peppers contain a lot of potassium, vitamins, antioxidants and other substances that support the cardiovascular system and prevent heart disease.
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Reduce the Risk of Cancer Diseases
According to recent studies and research, the antioxidants and capsaicin in chilies can help in the treatment of cancer, reduce the risk of cancer, and long-term consumption of hot food helps in the treatment and destruction of cancer cells.
Some studies have shown that people who eat spicy food daily reduce the chance of prostate cancer.