Spice up!

Foods that contain capsaicin, like cayenne and other red and green chili peppers, serve as metabolism boosters as these foods help to raise your body temperatures and stimulate your body to “work” to cool down after consuming them. 

According to a study done by Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, eating spicy foods that makes us sweat gives a temporary boost of about 23% - that’s about a tablespoon of chopped red or green chili pepper with your meals.

Although the effect is likely to be temporary, but if you consume spicy foods often, you can also enjoy the following health benefits from fresh, spicy ingredients:
- Promotes warming effect on the body
- Promotes circulation of blood, qi (energy)
- Reliefs our bodies of toxins that are stuck in the digestive and circulatory system
- Assists to reduce excessive mucus production.
For a quick boost, spice up your dishes with fresh chilies, garlic and ginger or dried red-pepper flakes for the added punch!