Chilies help with pain relief, weight loss, and perhaps affect microbes in the gut to keep us healthier.

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Did you know there is actual science behind eating spicy chili peppers?  

It has been widely publicized that chili peppers have many health benefits when eaten. Some of those benefits include a good source of vitamin C, sodium and potassium. When eaten as part of a healthy diet they can aid in lowering blood pressure and weight loss.

Biologist, Joshua Tewksbury,  who has studied chili peppers for 10 years suggests that eating spicy peppers can relieve pain, make our food safer and perhaps affect microbes in the gut to keep us healthier.

I knew there were magical powers in those splendid hot chilies. Chilies, in my opinion, are one of nature's magnificent creations. I'm sold, this pepper lover will continue to keep spicing it up!

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Article Credit:  Science News for Students by Kathryn Hulick

Debra Jauregui, Astro Foods International
Director, Business Development / Marketing