New research suggests that dihydrocapsiate--a substance found in chili peppers--can't live up to its claims as a natural weight-loss aid. A chemical similar to capsaicin, dihydrocapsiate failed to promote calorie-burning in a recent study [link: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20826626] of 78 healthy men.
Once a day for a month, the study participants took 3 mg of dihydrocapsiate, 9 mg of dihydrocapsiate, or a placebo. Study results showed that those taking dihydrocapsiate only burned 50 more calories per day, an amount unlikely to spur significant weight loss.
To date, few dietary supplements have proven safe and effective in promoting weight loss. If you're looking to shed pounds, it's important to follow a balanced diet (including a wide variety of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, and lean protein), get at least two and a half hours of moderate aerobic exercise each week, and perform strength-training exercises at least twice weekly. Some studies show that alternative therapies like yoga, acupuncture, and tai chi may support your weight-loss efforts; however, none of these approaches can promote weight loss on its own.
Chili Pepper can kill, too. Many people are highly allergic to all capsicum like me. I have been to the Emergency Room ten times before I found the genesis of the problem. My throat closes instantly and then I projectile vomit. I am meeting more and more people that are getting worse who have this allergy who can’t even sit at a table with hot sauce due to the over use of chili peppers.
It’s amazing how cooks all over used to be able to make food taste good, now, everyone throws cayenne or chili pepper in lieu of actually spending the time to season a dish properly.
Interesting. I hadn’t heard that about chili pepper. But I’ve heard the spices and seasonings we use in cooking are full of beneficial phytonutrients. For example one of the ingredients in curry is a great anti-inflammatory. <a href="http://www.alternativemedicinetruth.com"<Alternative Medicine
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