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Do Chili Peppers Boost Metabolism

bigdawg62
bigdawg62 Posts: 127 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I love to use chili peppers and Jalopeno peppers in my cooking. I have heard that they can help boost metabolism. Does anyone know if this is actually true?:tongue:

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  • bigdawg62
    bigdawg62 Posts: 127 Member
    I love to use chili peppers and Jalopeno peppers in my cooking. I have heard that they can help boost metabolism. Does anyone know if this is actually true?:tongue:
  • Cyndi1
    Cyndi1 Posts: 484 Member
    not sure about the Jalopeno/chilli peppers but Cayenne pepper does.
  • iTim__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    Capsaicin, an alkaloid unique to chili peppers and what makes all chili peppers hot, has been used as a natural remedy for thousands of years, starting with the ancient Mayans. Of all the capsaicinoids, only two compounds are responsible for heat; Capsaicin extract and dihydrocapsaicin. The National Library of Medicine lists the many studies of Capsaicin capsicum oleoresin, one of the most researched substances in nutrition and medicine involving the following health benefits:

    Triggers endorphins
    Anti-cancer
    Improves digestion
    Lowers triglycerides
    Anti-inflammatory
    Prevents blood clots
    Decreases congestion
    Improves circulation
    Lowers cholesterol
    Prevents heart diseas
    Reduces blood pressure
    Increases fat oxidation

    Source: http://www.hotsauce.com/Hot-Sauces-Peppres-and-your-Health-s/180.htm
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