Finally it's here, our Easy To Mix Fiery Frika ! On this special occasion, in this blog post we would like to give you 5 reasons why spicy food is so healthy. Since the spiciness in the Easy To Mix Fiery Frika is primarily generated by chilies and jalapeños, the advantages mentioned relate primarily to the effect of capsaicin. Capsaicin is the spiciness in jalapeños and chilies.
However, it should be noted that extreme spiciness should only be consumed in moderation to avoid stomach pain or heartburn. In addition, pregnant women or children should avoid foods that are too spicy.
1. Spicy food has an antibacterial effect
If you regularly eat a spicy meal, you can not only strengthen your immune system, but also reduce inflammation and pain. Capsaicin weakens the formation of microorganisms.
By the way, it is also possible to make food last longer by adding hot spices and chillies. The main reason for this is the antibacterial effect of these substances.
2. Spicy food makes you happy
Since the perception of “spicy” is not a taste in the true sense, but rather a painful stimulus, endorphins are released in the brain when spicy food is eaten. Endorphins are feel-good hormones that trigger happy feelings. So if you feel particularly happy when eating the Easy To Mix Fiery Frika, this is not only due to the taste, but also to the effect of capsaicin.
3. Spicy food has a vasodilating effect
Capsaicin also has a vasodilating effect. This gets your circulation going and improves blood circulation.
That's why spicy food can also support your oral hygiene. This promotes blood circulation in the gums and stimulates the flow of saliva. This in turn stimulates the reduction of bad breath. The spiciness also sensitizes your taste cells, which is why capsaicin is also known as a flavor enhancer.
4. Spicy food helps your body fight colds
When you have a cold, spicy food can have an expectorant effect. This is also related to the vasodilating effect of capsaicin. Because the mucous membranes of the nose are better supplied with blood when eating spicy food, the mucus dissolves and you are relieved of a stuffy nose.
5. Spicy food subsequently cools your body
The cooling effect of spicy food is particularly exploited in particularly hot countries, such as Southeast Asia. Because capsaicin has a sweat-promoting effect, the body is gradually cooled down by spicy food.
So let's remember for the next hot summer: Simply snack on a lot of Easy To Mix Fiery Frikas and you can save on the air conditioning!