Health Benefits — ighting Fat With Chili Peppers

Capsaicin and Metabolism: The active component in chili peppers, capsaicin, has been the subject of scientific investigation regarding its impact on metabolism. Research suggests that capsaicin can temporarily increase metabolic rate, which is the speed at which the body burns calories. A study published in the journal "PLOS ONE" found that capsaicin consumption led to an increase in energy expenditure and fat oxidation in individuals, implying that it may contribute to the body's ability to burn fat more efficiently.