Want to lead a healthy life? Don’t pass on those jalapenos next time.
1.Between 2004-2008, Chinese Researchers Analyzed More Than 485,000 People
They considered family medical history, education, diabetes, age, smoking and other variables. Then, they compared those that ate spicy foods (primarily chili peppers) less than once a week, once a week, twice a week or more.
2.The Results Were Startling
There was a 10% overall reduced risk of death for those who ate spicy foods once or twice a week. But, those who ate these foods 6-7 times a week reduced their risk of death by 14%.
3.Why Would Spicy Foods Make A Difference?
They considered family medical history, education, diabetes, age, smoking and other variables. Then, they compared those that ate spicy foods (primarily chili peppers) less than once a week, once a week, twice a week or more.
