5 Good Benefits of Spicy Food
Jakarta – Some people really like spicy food. Some even have to eat spicy food every day. For those who like it, it is said that spicy food can increase appetite.
However, we often hear that spicy food can be harmful to health. In fact, according to the Healthline page note, there are several studies that actually support eating spicy food because of its good benefits.
This spicy food contains not only chilies, but also other spices such as cinnamon, turmeric, garlic, ginger, and cumin.
Following Hashtags summarize 5 good benefits of spicy food:
Illustration of spicy food. (Photo: Freepik)
1. Make Longevity
Eating spicy food six or seven days a week, or even just once a day is said to reduce mortality by 14 percent, according to a large 2015 study by Harvard and China’s National Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
2. Speed up Metabolism
Data from various studies shows that certain spices such as cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika, and chili peppers can increase metabolism and slow down appetite.
One study also found that turmeric can suppress the growth of fat tissue in mice.
3. Spices Can Fight Inflammation
Curcumin, a compound in turmeric, can reduce inflammation in the body. Additionally, in Ayurvedic medicine, the anti-inflammatory properties of ginger and garlic have been used for centuries to treat various conditions such as arthritis, autoimmune disorders, and even headaches and nausea.
4. Spices Can Help Fight Cancer Cells
The active component in chilies, namely Capsaicin, has been shown to slow and destroy cancer cells.
A study by UCLA found that capsaicin inhibited the growth of prostate cancer cells in mice while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
5. Seasoning Helps Kill Bacteria
Cumin and turmeric have been shown to have strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This means they can be used to fight harmful bacteria in the body.
Those are 5 good benefits of spicy food for the body. However, keep in mind not to eat spicy food too often.
The reason is, the spicy substance found in chilies, namely capsaicin, can cause intense short-term symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and vomiting in those who consume too much.
This occurs due to excessive stimulation of the nervous system. Even so, no permanent damage is done to the lining of the intestines. []
(Okky Pratiwi)
