When the spiciness of chili peppers stimulates the nerve endings on the tongue and mouth, the brain immediately orders the entire body to be on alert: the heart rate accelerates, saliva or sweat secretion increases, the digestive system works harder, and endorphins are released. If another bite is taken, the brain will again perceive it as pain and release more endorphins. The continuous release of endorphins can make people feel relaxed and excited, producing the "pleasure" or "high" after eating spicy food. Another factor in the addiction to spicy food is the effect of capsaicin. When taste cells come into contact with capsaicin, they become more sensitive, thus making food taste more delicious. In fact, eating chili peppers in moderation has certain therapeutic effects on the human body.
Stomach health, aids digestion
As mentioned above, chili peppers have a stimulating effect on the mouth and gastrointestinal tract, which can enhance gastrointestinal motility, promote the secretion of digestive fluids, improve appetite, and inhibit abnormal fermentation in the intestines. Some medical and nutrition experts in China have conducted surveys in provinces like Hunan and Sichuan, and found that these regions, where spicy food is popular, have a much lower incidence of stomach ulcers compared to other regions. This is because chili peppers can stimulate the release of prostaglandin E2 in the human body, which helps promote the regeneration of gastric mucosa, maintain the function of gastrointestinal cells, and prevent and treat stomach ulcers. Preventing gallstones
Regularly eating green peppers can help prevent gallstones. Green peppers are rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, which can convert excess cholesterol in the body into bile acids, thus preventing gallstones. For those who already have gallstones, eating more vitamin C-rich green peppers can help alleviate the condition. Improving heart function
Using chili peppers as the main ingredient, along with extracts from garlic and hawthorn, and vitamin E, "health supplements" can be made that, after consumption, can improve heart function and promote blood circulation. In addition, regular consumption of chili peppers can lower blood lipids, reduce thrombus formation, and have a certain preventive effect on cardiovascular diseases. Weight loss
Chili peppers contain a component that can effectively burn body fat and promote metabolism, thereby achieving a weight loss effect. In the Japanese market, there are already many chili products suitable for women to eat.