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 ...

Chilli pepper is not just a fiery ingredient that adds spice to your meals—it’s also a natural metabolism booster. Packed with a powerful compound called capsaicin, chillies have long been studied for ...

A point where you can feel the sizzle in the back of the throat and on the roof of your mouth. A slight pinch of pain, but it mostly just adds a new depth of flavor. You might be feeling a little bit ...

Spicy foods are a favourite for many, but what happens to your body when you eat them? 1. Burning sensation: Capsaicin binds to receptors in your mouth that detect heat, tricking your brain into ...

This article is republished from The Conversation. Everyone has a different tolerance for spicy food—some love the burn, while others can’t take the heat. But the scientific consensus on whether spicy ...

Spicy food can transform any meal into a sensory experience — pain, pleasure, even breaking a sweat can take flavors to the next level. While some like it hot, dialing up the heat may ruin a meal for ...

Spicy food can transform any meal into a sensory experience — pain, pleasure, even breaking a sweat can take flavors to the next level. While some like it hot, dialing up the heat may ruin a meal for ...