Health Benefits — Health Benefits

The answer to one of life’s most burning questions

The answer to one of life’s most burning questions

You’ve probably heard people say their mouth is “burning” or it feels like their mouth is “on fire” from eating spicy food. But is there any truth to it, or is it all in your head? According to several publications, that burning sensation doesn’t mean you’re actually burning your mouth or burning your tongue.

Read more →


Could a spicy meal help lower the risk of high blood pressure?

Could a spicy meal help lower the risk of high blood pressure?

If you have high blood pressure you really should make a visit to your doctor. They may want you to use medicine to help bring it down. However, it’s possible to help manage hypertension by making some easy diet changes.

Read more →


Could capsaicin help with the fight against cancer?

Could capsaicin help with the fight against cancer?

The compound capsaicin is what spices up hot peppers, but now a new study suggests it may have an added benefit, as well.

Read more →


4 ways the Scotch Bonnet Pepper can benefit your health

4 ways the Scotch Bonnet Pepper can benefit your health

Sure, they can help spice up your food, but there are other health benefits to eating the Scotch Bonnet Pepper. This smoky, almost fruit-like pepper is a favorite when it comes to turning up the heat at mealtime. But there are also some real health benefits to the Scotch Bonnet. In fact, there are four good, healthy reasons to start incorporating the pepper into your diet.

Read more →