Health on MSN

What happens to your body when you eat spicy foods

Capsaicin in spicy foods can slightly increase calorie burning and may support digestion.Eating spicy foods can also trigger symptoms in people with acid reflux and gastritis.Possible benefits from ...
Salon

Why doesn’t water help with spicy food? What about milk or beer?

Spicy foods taste spicy because they contain a family of compounds called capsaicinoids. Capsaicin is the major culprit. It's found in chillies, jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and is even the active ...