Know all about Spicy food: The good, the bad and the dangerous!

It is a long-time myth that spicy foods are not good for the human body at all. Actually, the surplus of anything is bad and the same thing applicable to spicy foods also. Some studies that are organized around spicy foods have resulted that they are high in nutrients such as calcium plus vitamins A and C, and there's some evidence that hot chillies can also reduce cardiovascular disease risk, help prevent diabetes and boost metabolism.

They may also have some ability to cure cancer. Here, are some holistic approach that elaborates the good, bad and even the worst of spicy foods. For instance, the capsaicin compound found in spicy foods acts as a laxative and can cause severe damage to the digestive system resulting in an upset stomach. Also, contrary to the magic of flavour spices add to the dish, regular consumption of spicy stuff can actually dull your taste buds. These are to name a few, read below to know more facts about spicy foods and what they can do to your body.

*It Fights the cold which is very beneficial for health especially in winter seasons.
*It Boosts metabolism.
*Results in sweating
*Worsens heartburn
*Upset stomach
*Dull the taste buds
*Irritates skin
*Makes you erotic

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