Hot Pepper Guide

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Introduction:Introduction:Introduction:Introduction:

Are you a fan of spicy food?

If so, you are in luck because hot peppers and hot sauces have been clinically

proven to provide a long list of health benefits! The reason behind this is because

they contain capsaicin, a chemical found in all hot peppers to some degree. The

capsaicin content of hot peppers ranges in various grades of intensity, which we

will discuss in detail in the first chapter of this report.

Hot peppers come in countless

varieties, and they each have

their own unique shape, color,

flavor, and heat factor. If you are a

lover of spicy foods, Scotch

bonnet and habanero peppers

are two of the hottest chili

peppers available. Other

popular choices that vary in

their level of spiciness include chipotle, jalapeno, cayenne, and ancho peppers.

If you already enjoy eating many of the above peppers, you could be receiving

major health benefits without even knowing it!

These include:

A reduced risk of cancer Protection from stroke and heart attack Advanced pain relief

Ancho Pepper

Jalapeno Pepper


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Aid in healthy digestion Relief from congestion and sinus issues Fat burning and weight loss results

And much more!

So the next time that youre in the mood for spicy food or even

a little salsa, keep in mind that you are not only eating for

pleasure but for your health. Within this report, I will explore

the long and impressive list of health benefits provided by hot

peppers and offer you a complete guide detailing how to

include even more of them in your diet!

Are you ready to spice up your life?

Habanero Pepper


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Chapter 1: What Is Capsaicin?Chapter 1: What Is Capsaicin?Chapter 1: What Is Capsaicin?Chapter 1: What Is Capsaicin?

Capsaicin is the active ingredient in all of the chili peppers I mentioned above,and

it is the chemical that gives your mouth the tingling sensation that feels like its on

fire after you have eaten a hot pepper. It is a phytochemical that is found in most

peppers as a natural deterrent to prevent animals from eating them, and it is also

the main ingredient in pepper sprays that are used for self-defense.Who knew?

But beyond that, capsaicin is found diluted within many different foods, like salsa,

condiments, and even spicy sauces. Interestingly enough, when these foods are

consumed regularly in the diet, they offer a slew of health benefits with more and

more being discovered every day!

The majority of capsaicin in a chili pepper is found in its seeds and ribs, which is

why a jalapeno is normally much less spicy when the seeds are taken out. Hot

peppers that contain capsaicin normally are red or green in color, but there are

truly a multitude of different varieties to choose from.

To better understand the heat from each chili pepper, a chemist named Wilbur

Scoville created a heat measurement chart for chili peppers in 1912. This heat test

is named after him, and it is called the Scoville Organoleptic Test. In the original

test, pure ground hot peppers were blended with sugar water, and then they were

taste tested by a panel in differing diluted concentrations until they no longer

caused a burning sensation in the mouth. This allowed a number to be assigned to

each different hot pepper based on how much it needed to be diluted before the

heat was eliminated.

The Scoville heat factor is measured in units of 100, with sweet bell peppers

starting at zero and the legendary Ghost Pepper hitting 1 million Scoville units! In

laymans terms, the Ghost Pepper is something that you need to watch out for if

you want to keep your taste buds and sanity intact.


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Here is the Scoville Heat Unit Chart for your reference:

In their natural form, red chili peppers contain large amounts of carotene andvitamin C, although yellow and green chili peppers are unripened and contain less

of both vitamins. As a part of a regular diet, hot peppers are an ideal source of B

vitamins, especially vitamin B6, as well as magnesium, potassium, and iron.

Common hot peppers containing capsaicin come in many different forms,

including:

Fresh hot peppers Dried hot peppers Hot sauce Chili seeds


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All of these forms can be used to enhance your regular diet, give flavor to a dish,

and protect your health in the long run. The truth is that hot peppers containing

healthy capsaicin can be used in almost any and every dish, yet they are popularly

found in Latin, Asian, and Indian inspired cuisine. If you have ever gone out for

Thai food and have found your mouth on fire within a few moments, it is primarily

due to the large amount of capsaicin in the hot peppers used to prepare the meal.

Some of the most popular foods that include chili peppers are salsa, gumbo, Kung

Pao chicken, Indian curry, Cuban rice and beans, Creole rice and beans, Spanish

rice, Jamaican jerk chicken, Chile Rellenos, and even Pad Thai. This is a very limited

list of popular foods that contain capsaicin, and the truth is that this healthy

chemical in hot peppers is found in many more dishes than you probably even

realize. Its enough to get your mouth watering

In further chapters, I will offer you complete dietary guidelines to make

deliciously spicy meals that are not only tasty but full of the many health

benefits of capsaicin!


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Chapter 2: Capsaicin Fights Cancer!Chapter 2: Capsaicin Fights Cancer!Chapter 2: Capsaicin Fights Cancer!Chapter 2: Capsaicin Fights Cancer!

As a lover of spicy food, you may be delighted to discover that capsaicin can

prevent cancer! In the March 15 publication ofCancer Research, ithighlighted a

study revealing that eating capsaicin could cause cancer cells in the body to die.

This spicy chemical found in hot peppers caused up to 80% of prostate cancer cells

to die in mice, and all prostate tumors that were treated using capsaicin were

reduced to 1/5 of their size. This discovery revealed that capsaicin stops human

prostate cancer cells from growing in both mice and petri dishes, according to the

lead researcher of the study, Dr. H. Philip Koeffler. Dr. Koeffler serves as the

director of oncology and hematology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and he is

also the medicinal professor at the University of California, Los Angeles.

So how much capsaicin did these mice eat to kill off their prostate cancer cells?

Interestingly enough, the mice within the study were given 400 mg of capsaicin

three times on a weekly basis, which translates to between 3 and 8 fresh habanero

peppers per week for a 200 pound man. This, of course, depends upon thecapsaicin content of the hot peppers, and habanero peppers are one of the

highest rated peppers containing capsaicin according to the Scoville Heat Chart

above. Habanero peppers are estimated to contain 300,000 Scoville Units, and

they are native to the Yucatn Peninsula.

One of the more popular peppers consumed in American cuisine is the jalapeno

pepper from Mexico, which ranges from 2,500 to 5,000 Scoville Units. If you

primarily eat jalapeno peppers within your diet, that amount would need to beincreased to equal anywhere from 3 to 8 habanero peppers based on the Scoville

Heat Index to receive the same benefits in preventing prostate cancer.

The main findings of the study showed that capsaicin inhibits NF-kappa Beta,

which is the molecular compound that encourages apoptosis in different types of


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cells. Apoptosis is a cellular event that balances newer and older cells, and in

these circumstances, cancer cells often dodge apoptosis through mutation so that

they are difficult to control to prevent damage to the body.

Capsaicin further inhibits growing prostate cancer cells through regulating the

androgen receptors in the body, which are the proteins that control specific

growth genes. Much of the growth of prostate cancer cells depends upon

testosterone, meaning that an increased amount of capsaicin can cause these

prostate cancer cells to freeze instead of triggering their growth. Capsaicin also

inhibits the amount of androgen receptors produced by prostate tumors to

regulate and shrink the tumors in size.

This is a very important capsaicin finding, especially for men all over the United

States. More men develop prostate cancer than any other type of cancer, and

232,000 new cases are reported on a yearly basis in the United States alone. From

these diagnoses, 30,000 men die each year from prostate cancer, representing

13% of all newly diagnosed cases.

Bottom line? Include generous amounts of capsaicin in your diet as a man to

protect and inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells!


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Chapter 3: Capsaicin ProtectsChapter 3: Capsaicin ProtectsChapter 3: Capsaicin ProtectsChapter 3: Capsaicin Protects thethethethe

Heart!Heart!Heart!Heart!

Eating hot peppers regularly that contain capsaicin provides the even greater

benefit of protecting the heart by:

Reducing cholesterol Helping the body dissolve fibrin to prevent blood clots Reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke

In fact, studies have shown that cultures around the world that liberally eat hot

peppers often have a dramatically reduced risk for stroke and heart attack than

other cultures that do not normally eat capsaicin in peppers!

Eating capsaicin frequently stimulates the cardiovascular system and lowers

cholesterol and blood pressure. This process is entirely necessary to prevent

hardening arteries and blood clotting by dissolving fibrin, as I mentioned above.Furthermore, capsaicin provides antioxidant benefits, which is entirely crucial to

preventing disease and illness.

What is an antioxidant?

Antioxidants prevent damage in the body by neutralizing harmful molecules that

are called free radicals. Many antioxidants are found in vitamins, which are

naturally available in fruits or vegetables and as supplements. Free radical damagecan come from a number of outside sources, like smoking, pollution, and even sun

exposure. High amounts of free radical damage in the body will injure cells and

leave you at risk for such fatalities as a heart attack or stroke.

The antioxidant defense of capsaicin makes it vital to protect the health of the


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heart, and it also offers the added benefit of preventing bacterial infections.

Dr. John Christopher, an herbalist nicknamed Dr. Cayenne because of his in-

depth research of the healing powers of hot peppers, consistently studied the

benefits of using capsaicin to protect cardiovascular health. He even went so far as

to make the claim that large doses of cayenne, containing capsaicin, could stop a

heart attack while it was in progress!

It seems that Dr. Cayenne was ahead of his time because today, science has

established that capsaicin does have a proven ability to protect the heart.

Scientists from the University of Cincinnati have proven that capsaicin can

potentially stop a heart attack in progress if it is applied topically by being rubbed

onto the skin in the form of a salve. This simple remedy alone could be enough to

prevent damage to the heart in the case of a heart attack,and studies have

shown that this method reduces cardiac cell death by up to 85% when used

during a heart attack!

Bottom line? Capsaicin is deliciously spicy and essential to a healthy heart!


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Chapter 4: Capsaicin Offers PainChapter 4: Capsaicin Offers PainChapter 4: Capsaicin Offers PainChapter 4: Capsaicin Offers Pain

Relief!Relief!Relief!Relief!

In the previous chapter, I discussed using capsaicin topically to stop a heart attack

in its tracks, but did you know that topical capsaicin is also a proven remedy to

treat osteoarthritis pain?In fact, it may even help relieve the chronic pain

associated with diabetic neuropathy.

The reason for this is that capsaicin inhibits Substance P, which is a neuropeptide

that transmits pain signals to the brain. This substance can cause swelling in the

nerves, which results in sinus pain and headaches. Studies have proven that using

capsaicin topically will prevent migraines, cluster headaches, and even sinus

headaches.

For this reason, capsaicin has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Since

capsaicin inhibits Substance P, which causes inflammation in the body, it is

commonly used as a treatment for psoriasis, arthritis, and diabetic neuropathy.

Common symptoms ofarthritis include inflammation in the joints, swelling,stiffness, and limited range of motion. Since capsaicin has such potent anti-

inflammatory benefits, it can relieve much of the swelling and stiffness

caused by arthritis to further increase mobility.

Psoriasis is a common condition of the skin that results in irritation andredness. Most people suffering from psoriasis have thick scales and flakeson the surface of their skin that often become inflamed and irritated,

meaning that capsaicin will provide much-needed anti-inflammatory relief

to reduce swelling and redness caused by this skin disorder.

Lastly, diabetic neuropathy is a common side effect of diabetes, which


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results in nerve damage because of high blood sugar levels in the body. This

nerve damage can result in tingling, numbness, and pain caused by chronic

inflammation, which can be quickly remedied through the use of topical

capsaicin.

Research was conducted in an eight week study using topical capsaicin cream at

.075% to relieve pain caused by diabetic neuropathy. After eight weeks, there was

a significant improvement in patients suffering from chronic pain that interfered

with sleep and regular activity, resulting in a 90% improvement from the use of

topical capsaicin overall.

Capsaicin can be purchased for pain relief over the counter without a prescription

necessary. There are a number of products that contain capsaicin at the local

drugstore, but it is still important to follow directions from your physician and on

product packaging. For pain relief for any or all of the above conditions, capsaicin

should be applied topically 3 to 4 times per day by rubbing a capsaicin cream or

gel into inflamed and affected areas. Make sure to wash your hands well after

using this type of capsaicin topical treatment to prevent any contact with or

irritation in your eyes!

As another potential capsaicin home remedy, some

patients have seen results by drinking cayenne juice

to ease arthritis pain, or you can mix 1/8 teaspoon

cayenne pepper, cup apple cider vinegar, and

cup water to create a solution for topical treatment.

This can be applied to neuropathy pain, sore muscles,

and swollen joints for immediate relief!

Bottom line? Get much needed pain relief with

topical capsaicin!


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Chapter 5: Capsaicin Aids inChapter 5: Capsaicin Aids inChapter 5: Capsaicin Aids inChapter 5: Capsaicin Aids in

Digestion!Digestion!Digestion!Digestion!

To add yet another item to the long list of capsaicin health benefits,capsaicin has

also been considered as a potential cure for inflammatory bowel disease.

Capsaicin is commonly used by many patients that suffer from this condition to

relieve cramps, bloating, diarrhea, and stomach pain. There is still much more

research necessary to link capsaicin with curing inflammatory bowel disease, but

again, the results seen are traced back to the fact that capsaicin depletes

Substance P, the compound in the body that transmits pain signals to the brain.

Many scientists believe that this has much to do with its healing potential in

treating the chronic pain associated with inflammatory bowel disease.

In a study conducted by Duke University, capsaicin was used to kill the bacteria in

the body called H. pylori to prevent the development of stomach ulcers. This Duke

team of researchers also verified that capsaicin blocks the nerve cell receptor thatoften triggers inflammatory bowel disease to provide potential relief to a number

of related gastric disorders that plague up to 2 million Americans.

Whether or not you suffer from inflammatory bowel disease, you can take

inspiration from many of the cultures that frequently eat hot peppers and use

capsaicin to promote healthy digestion!

Capsaicin stimulates blood flow in the body when it is eaten, and the stomach andintestines will begin to manufacture vital digestive juices to aid in healthy

digestion and nutrient absorption.

Again, capsaicin also provides natural disinfectant and antibacterial benefits to kill

countless intestinal parasites and harmful bacteria in the body that can hinder


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digestion.As a side benefit, eating hot peppers will also fight bad breath!

To receive these healthy digestive benefits from capsaicin and even treat

inflammatory bowel disease, hot peppers can be used in oils, vinegars, sauces,

and other flavorings. Even adding a pinch of ground cayenne to a glass of water is

a wonderful home remedy for relieving diarrhea and stomach issues, and when

hot peppers are ingested, they will stimulate digestion, relieve gas, and prevent

stomach pain.

As always, make sure not to rub your eyes or other sensitive areas of your body

when you are cooking with and eating hot peppers that contain capsaicin to

prevent irritation!

Bottom line? Eat the spicy foods you love and make your gut happy!


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Chapter 6: Capsaicin RelievesChapter 6: Capsaicin RelievesChapter 6: Capsaicin RelievesChapter 6: Capsaicin Relieves

CongestionCongestionCongestionCongestion!!!!

By now we have established that capsaicin has amazing antibacterial benefits to

protect your digestive health and prevent infection in your body.Even further,

these antibacterial benefits have been proven to prevent sinus infections and

relieve congestion!

Eating capsaicin regularly will prevent chronic sinus infections and sinusitis, and

since most hot peppers containing capsaicin are so spicy, they help to stimulate

mucus secretions to clear blockage from your nose and relieve nasal congestion.

Additionally, capsaicin in the diet can also treat many sinus symptoms associated

with allergies.

If you are someone that suffers with chronic sinus infections and seasonal

allergies, this natural chemical may be exactly what you are looking for to clear up

congested sinus passages without having to take over-the-counter medication!

Small doses of capsaicin on a regular basis prevent nasal congestion, meaning

that you no longer have to dread the adverse effects of seasonal allergies.

This process works because capsaicin in hot peppers makes mucus thinner so

that it moves out of the sinuses and the lungs. Since capsaicin has antibacterial

benefits, it will prevent bacterial infections in these areas, and the process canalso work to strengthen the lung tissue and prevent emphysema.

Interestingly enough, the first FDA approved capsaicin nasal spray called Sinus

Buster recently hit the market. This nasal spray relies primarily upon the natural

benefits of capsaicin, and it was invented by Wayne Perry, a chronic sufferer of


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cluster headaches and sinusitis. After trying every medication known to man, he

finally went the natural route and used the power of capsaicin to relieve his

headaches and clear his sinuses for good.

Bottom line? Breathe easy with the antibacterial power of capsaicin!


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Chapter 7: Capsaicin Burns Fat!Chapter 7: Capsaicin Burns Fat!Chapter 7: Capsaicin Burns Fat!Chapter 7: Capsaicin Burns Fat!

Besides protecting the body from serious and harmful diseases, capsaicin also has

an added benefit for anyone out there hoping to maintain a healthy weight.

Capsaicin actually works as a thermogenic agent, which means that it boosts the

metabolism. This process alone turns your body into a calorie and fat burning

powerhouse.

Did you know that many of the popular fat-burning supplements on the market

use capsaicin as a primary ingredient?

Simply eating spicy foods can significantly boost your metabolism for 20 minutes

after you have finished your meal. What a fantastic way to burn a few extra

calories without having to jump on a treadmill! As I just discussed that capsaicin

promotes healthy digestion, it will also simultaneously suppress the appetite as

vital nutrients are quickly absorbed and used by the body. This will dramaticallyand naturally enhance your weight loss results by boosting your metabolism and

curbing your appetite simply by eating more hot peppers in your diet.

Furthermore, scientists from Taiwan have discovered that eating capsaicin will

cause fat cells in the body to self-destruct! Within this study, scientists used cells

called pre-adipocytes that develop into fat cells and infused them with capsaicin

for 8 days. The cells exposed to capsaicin died before they could become fat cells,

and the study participants that took capsaicin had a significant boost in theirresting metabolic rate between 30 and 60 minutes after using the capsaicin

extract. Over two weeks, the subjects of the study had their body fat reduced by

70%, with the greatest body fat reduction in those who had higher body fat!


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The important thing to note from this study was that the

subjects legitimately lost fat and not just water weight by

increasing their capsaicin intake over a period of two weeks.

So how does this apply to your regular life? First of all, focus on a balanced diet

and exercise program that includes liberal amounts of spicy peppers. It is also a

good idea to eat hot peppers or take cayenne powder 20 minutes before working

out to give you a significant boost in fat burning while you exercise.

Bottom line? Eat more capsaicin and fit into your skinny jeans!


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Chapter 8: The Ultimate CapsaicinChapter 8: The Ultimate CapsaicinChapter 8: The Ultimate CapsaicinChapter 8: The Ultimate Capsaicin

Dietary PlanDietary PlanDietary PlanDietary Plan

As you can see, hot peppers containing capsaicin have of a long list of health

benefits that continues to grow every day! If you want to promote healthy

digestion, protect your heart, prevent cancer, lose weight, and so much more,

here are some healthy ways to integrate capsaicin into your diet to get you

started:

Add hot peppers to as many of your meals as possible. Whether it is simplyadding cayenne or jalapeno peppers to a salad or soup, make it a priority to

use hot peppers liberally in your next meal.

Purchase oils, powders, and sauces that contain hot peppers. Again, thosethat are higher on the Scoville Heat Index will provide even more capsaicin

to benefit your health, so experiment with spicier peppers that you may

have never used before.

Drink powdered cayenne pepper with water. In the remedy that Imentioned above, you can drink a small amount of powdered cayenne

pepper with a glass of water each day to benefit your digestion and burn

fat.

Experiment with new cuisine. If you have not branched out into tryingAsian, Mexican, Spanish, or Indian recipes that commonly use very hot

peppers, today is the day to begin! Start to experiment with new cuisines to

further integrate healthy capsaicin into your diet.

Order spicy at restaurants. If you happen to go out to a restaurant servingethnic cuisine, like Thai, Indian, or Vietnamese food, ask them to crank up

the spice and make your entre a disease fighting force to be reckoned

with!

Here are some easy and delicious recipes using hot peppers:


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Hot Guacamole:

1 half small onion, finely chopped 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, finely chopped 2 medium tomatillos, finely chopped 6 sprigs fresh cilantro, finely chopped teaspoon Tabasco lime, freshly squeezed 4 medium avocados, ripened

Mix together the chopped onion, fresh jalapeno, freshcilantro, and fresh tomatillos in a large bowl. Cut

avocados in half, remove the pulp, and mash in the

bowl. Add lime juice and Tabasco last of all, and mix well to enjoy.

Thai Basil Chicken:

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 5 Thai peppers, finely chopped 3 tablespoons peanut oil 5 tablespoons fish sauce cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped Handful chopped peanuts

Cut chicken into slices, and add oil to a heated wok. Stir-fry with garlic, green

onions, and peanuts until tender. Add Thai peppers and continue to cook for one

more minute. Stir-fry until all ingredients are thoroughly cooked, and then stir in

fish sauce and basil.

Australian Grilled Fish:


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4 fish fillets 2 tablespoons vegetable oil cup lime juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, grated teaspoon cayenne pepper Black pepper to taste

Combine lime juice, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, cayenne pepper, ginger, and fresh

black pepper in a bowl. Marinate the fish in this mixture for 60 minutes, turning

several times. Grill the fish, brushing with the remaining tablespoon of vegetableoil. Continue to brush the fish with the marinade while grilling until they are

cooked completely.

Bottom line? There are limitless delicious dishes that you can easily prepare

using hot peppers as an ingredient!


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Conclusion:Conclusion:Conclusion:Conclusion:

If you werent a spicy food lover before reading this report, you probably are by

now! Not only is spicy food absolutely delicious, but it actually has long-term

healing and wellness benefits to protect you from disease well into the future.

Take this opportunity to use hot peppers more and more in your diet to provide a

slew of health benefits, prevent illness, and reduce premature aging!

To conclude, here are a few general tips to remember for eating hot peppers

safely:

Always wash your hands after handling and preparing food containing hotpeppers!

Wear gloves when handling chili seeds and pods toprevent irritation to your hands.

Dont drink water if your mouth is on fire! Water willonly make it worse because capsaicin is an oil and not

water-soluble. Instead, drink milk, cold beer, or even eatice cream to neutralize the burning sensation.

Ease into eating spicy peppers slowly. If you are verysensitive and not used to eating spicy foods, this may

come as a shock to your system. Before you try the

hottest pepper on the Scoville Heat Index, work your

way up so that you get used to more capsaicin.

Ay-yi-yi! Who knew hot peppers were so delicious AND nutritious? Heres to

your health!

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