Red pepper: benefits and harms to the body. Varieties of hot pepper

What are the benefits and harms of hot peppers for the body if you start eating it? Surely, many already know about its properties, but do not assume what a storehouse of vitamins there is, and what is special about it. We will look at interesting things related to this leguminous plant.

Useful properties and contraindications of hot capsicum

Useful properties and contraindications of acute capsicum it can be explained that it contains elements that have a dual effect on human body. Firstly, it contains alkaloids, and they feed the body with the missing minerals. They can also aggravate the situation if a person is sick. It used to be said that those who consume red pepper will have a sound mind, and there will come a new smart thought. Accordingly, we can conclude that the plant did and continues to provide benefits. But what was it about, and what did our ancestors have in mind?

Red pepper, capsicum, chili - it has many names, and in warm countries like Mexico, it will always be welcomed because of its taste and piquancy. Residents claim that eating a slice of chili pizza brightens their mind, others say that it helps relieve stress and cleanse the body. Grandmothers treat children with pepper tinctures, add them to face and hair masks. Our inhabitants of temperate latitudes sometimes do not understand and do not know why do this with pepper, when its purpose is cooking and the minimum content for taste.

The benefit of hot peppers lies in their ability to digest heavy meals without taking digestive pills. By adding pepper to meat, it absorbs carbohydrates and fats, and the dish becomes useful for everyone who cannot eat anything high-calorie. Persons who have diseases of the gastrointestinal tract can feel all the "charms" of this product, experiencing pain and colic after eating it. At diabetes Type 1 is better to exclude it, so as not to return the glucose level to the usual norm for a simple healthy person.

Oh intestines! The place where the digestion of food takes place, and where the pepper absorbs bacteria and viruses.

Pepper envelops the walls of the mucosa.
It absorbs unnecessary bacteria.
Takes away liquid and excess fats.
Restores the balance of flora.
Removes toxins and harmful substances.

The intestines then work like clockwork. No need to engage in excessive training and bend your legs to the navel, lead fasting days and eat only apples and lemons. We exaggerate, but really, it’s easier and easier for someone (not due to illness) to take drastic measures to treat the intestines, and someone just eats chili, stays in good mood and with a working digestive organ.

Our blood is not an organ, but a part of the circulatory system. And the health of our body largely depends on its composition, since its rivers carry microelements and useful / not useful material. To purify the blood, it is enough to eat 10 g of red capsicum. Useful Components are contained inside, and being quickly absorbed into the blood, they help to purify it and bring the very “relish” of the composition to the organs.

Also, without departing far from the blood and diuretic system, pepper is still useful for women. When the body is recovering from injuries, hormonal failure or childbirth, pepper can help. It not only enriches the blood, supplies microelements, but also normalizes the cycle. The emotional background can be corrected with the same composition:

Chew a piece of pepper and drink it with milk.
Drink water again.
Once again, after eating, seize the side dish with pepper and drink it with juice or something sweet and sour.

Thus, a woman's mood will not only rise (not from an acute blow to the tongue), but the balance of hormones in the whole body will also normalize. The ovaries will be normal by the time it's time to re-eat the pepper.

It is worth remembering one “but”: during the period of menstruation, when the cycle began, red pepper should not be taken. On the contrary, it will upset the gastrointestinal tract and the pelvic area, not helping to renew the blood. Otherwise, cramps may appear in the lower abdomen, bleeding may increase.

Can you eat hot peppers every day?

In terms of health benefits, hot peppers can be eaten every day before and after meals. But on the other hand, if it causes problems in the gastrointestinal tract, you will not be able to eat it or other spicy foods. Therefore, in order for everything to be in moderation, you need to occasionally replenish the body's reserves with its vitamins, but do not overdo it with the number of pods in the bowl with dinner. Once every 1-2 weeks is enough for a constant and regular intake of pepper.

Allergy to hot pepper - how does it manifest itself?

When working with hot peppers, gloves should be worn to prevent redness of the hands and burns. If, nevertheless, it was not possible to protect yourself from such exposure, you can get an allergy. Also, an allergy to hot pepper manifests itself in the form of skin rashes when there is an individual intolerance to the product.

There is indigestion in the stomach.
The temperature and chills of the body rise.
The general condition is satisfactory, but sleepy.

With such mild symptoms, a predisposition to excitability to the components of hot peppers can be diagnosed. It is recommended to exclude any combination of the product with the diet so as not to cause subsequent reactions.

Can hot peppers be frozen?

Many housewives will be interested to know if it is possible to freeze hot peppers for the winter in order to preserve its properties. We will help you learn how to do it right with the preparatory phase:

First you need to clean the pepper from dirt and rinse it thoroughly.
Then completely dip the pepper in cold water, dry with a towel.
If you want to reduce the spiciness of the product, place the pepper in boiling water for 3 minutes.
Next, we remove the core and seeds - the veins are cleaned, which reduces bitterness in the subsequent consumption of products.
The thinner the pods are cut into strips, the better they will keep for several months.
When working with the core, rubber gloves should be worn. This will help protect your hands from getting sharp.

It is necessary to determine the depth of freezing and the duration of storage. Chile is 90% water, and its preservation is determined by the correct temperature regime.
At 0-5 degrees pepper can be stored for 1-2 months. It can’t be longer, otherwise the integrity of the cells will be destroyed.
When stored at 0-2 degrees of heat, the pepper simply retains its properties, but in this position it will only be useful for 3 weeks.
At long freeze at -18 degrees, it will retain properties for 1-2 years.

For instant freezing, it is better to use a gentle temperature. It must be stored in glass container, and for a container - place the chopped pepper in a container at a temperature of up to -6 degrees. You can also store pepper in oil - this way it will retain its properties longer, however, when defrosting, it cannot be re-frozen.

If hot pepper gets into the eyes, what should I do?

Many housewives will find it useful to know what to do if hot pepper gets into their eyes. It can happen while cooking preparatory phase cleaning or freezing. No one is immune from such a case, and when it happens (do not croak). You will already know what to do in such emergency situations.

Black brewed tea, or calendula, always helped from burning in the eyes. A weak solution of chamomile will also relieve burning sensation, and you can wash the eyeball with this composition. If pepper gets into both eyes, then the liquid after washing the first eye must be replaced.
If the eyelid is affected, apply poultices - cotton pads are moistened in a tincture of black tea of a hot or cold type, and applied to the eyes for 5 minutes.
From pain after burning will help goat milk. Cotton pads are also applied to relieve redness and tingling in the eyes.

After washing, you need to drip eyes medical solution which will prevent the development of infection. Purchase in advance Albucid is an anti-inflammatory drug that blocks inflammatory processes bactericidal character.

Burning hands from hot pepper - what to do?

After working with the product, it often happens that the hands burn from hot pepper. What to do in such cases to prevent swelling? Vegetable oil and milk are home remedies. Not related to household chemicals. Therefore, such measures should be resorted to as a last resort. And first of all, take care of the following solutions:

Chlorine and water. To disinfect and remove redness, chlorine is used, which removes bacteria, and neutralizes it with water. Burning on the hands should be washed with a non-concentrated solution. It will not get worse from him if his hands burn after pepper.
Liquid soap and soda. This is sodium bicarbonate, which helps everywhere in home life, and it will also save your hands. The porridge is prepared with liquid soap, which neutralizes excess alkali. The mass is applied to the affected areas of the body, and then washed off with water.
Alcohol helps dissolve capsaicin, a substance that causes itching, burning, and redness. Alcohol-based lotions, tonics and perfumes ( Eau de Toilette) will be able to help you resolve this issue.

Do not forget to rinse your hands under running water, disinfect them after handling. Then you should repeat the procedure if it was not completely possible to remove swelling and redness.

The benefits of hot pepper for men

Separately, consider the benefits of hot pepper for men and women. male body in particular. The core of red capsicum contains elements and vitamins that men need to maintain potency and hormonal background.

Pepper also improves testosterone production, which has a positive effect on potency. It is worth noting that in such cases, we can only talk about the duration of sexual intercourse, while spermatozoa may lose their elasticity and speed. For conception, pepper will be contraindicated.
Testosterone will increase and this is good for keeping fit. Athletes are advised to drink spicy milkshakes to increase stamina and help muscle mass grow up.
The liver in men will say "thank you" if you drink it occasionally with such products. Those who love beer and "feminine" alcoholic products (cause weight gain, progesterone - the female hormone), should use such goodies for piquancy and improve overall well-being.
As for hair growth - the same testosterone is responsible for the growth of male hair. Therefore, to stimulate and prevent hair loss, men are advised to occasionally eat spicy food.

We recommend that you occasionally eat these foods, even if your goal is to increase your reaction speed and stamina. Excess pungency and burning trace elements can cause stomach ulcers, as well as excessively filter the blood. This will lead to increased hairiness and unnecessary hormonal imbalance.

Hot pepper for weight loss - how to eat?

It is worth noting one more positive side red hot pepper - he is low calorie foods, which, in addition to enhancing metabolism, breaks down carbohydrates and fats. But how to eat hot peppers for weight loss in order to gain weight and not harm your health?

It is best to make a tincture of pepper, which will be moderately spicy. The vegetable is placed in vodka or alcohol, infused for 5 days. Important - finely chop the pepper so that it releases all the juices and saturates the tincture with its substances. If instead medical alcohol(90%) you use vodka, then you need to insist it for 3-4 weeks. For weight loss, take 30 ml three times a day half an hour before meals. At the same time, you can not repeat the course every month - the exposure between sessions is six months, and the duration of one weight loss course lasts no more than 2 weeks.

For the best result, according to the specialists of the Cancer Institute, you should add seasoning to food, and not just drink tinctures.

Hot pepper for hair growth and against hair loss

In addition to cooking, hot peppers are used in cosmetic purposes, and products can be divided into professional cosmetics and home cooking. Everyone knows that pepper improves blood circulation, which helps to improve hair growth, condition hair follicle.

At home, you can also prepare tinctures and balms, mixtures and masks for direct use - for hair.

Capsicum for hair growth	Capsicum for hair loss
Mixed with vitamin B12, egg yolk and honey. The mixture is applied to the hair along the entire length, kept for 20 minutes on the hair. This stimulates blood flow to the head. After 2-5 weeks, you can notice the growth of the fluff in the parietal region and on the crown. Ideal for postpartum hair restoration.	To strengthen the roots and follicles, balms should be prepared, which include leguminous seeds. At home, they are soaked, wait a week and apply directly to the scalp. Do not hold for more than 5 minutes, and after a month you will notice that the hair practically does not fall out. This is a one time course.
Against brittle hair, tinctures are used that are prepared for weight loss. They can also be used to normalize the growth of the nail plate.	For postpartum syndrome, when hair comes out, pepper balm is prepared with egg and vodka. This helps stop hair loss, but does not stimulate new hair growth.
Together with tangerine peels hot pepper will be useful for compacting the thickness of the hair. If we talk about shine, then pepper will not help here, but will only stimulate the growth of scales, which will create a feeling of visual thickening of the hair.	Follicles will be stronger and thicker if pepper seed shampoo is applied to the scalp. They will help strengthen the bulbs. This will help prevent baldness.

Tip: If you cannot bear the burning of capsicum, it is better to seek help from specialists and purchase ready-made masks with this ingredient. The effect will appear in a few months, not as quickly as with homemade masks, but it is better and safer for some people.

These are the properties of hot red capsicum, which we have heard about, but did not fully represent its benefits for different parts organism. To maintain immunity and healthy lifestyle life is also recommended to use at least occasionally vegetable components.

Hot pepper has many names. Someone knows it as a chili pepper, someone like a capsicum or bitter, but this does not change its essence: it is a well-known savory seasoning used in various culinary areas. The sharpness of pepper is due to the presence in its composition of the alkaloid substance capsaicin (up to 2% of dry weight), which is almost absent in sweet varieties of pepper. The more capsaicin in the composition of the pepper variety, the stronger its manifestations. burning properties, and it happens that just touching the fetus is enough to feel a burning sensation on the skin.

In addition to capsaicin, hot peppers are rich in vitamins A, B, E, PP, and raw pepper surpasses even lemon in vitamin C content. In addition, it contains carotenes (in red varieties), fatty oils and carbohydrates.

The unique composition of hot pepper determines not only its taste qualities, but also medicinal properties. In order to be convinced of this, it is necessary to consider the effect that hot peppers have on the body: the benefits and harms of capsaicin will become more obvious.

Studies have shown that capsaicin is able to accelerate hair growth. By adding hot pepper juice to any homemade hair mask, you can significantly increase the blood circulation of the scalp, which will enhance the effect. nutrients masks and stimulates hair follicles.
The analgesic properties of hot peppers are due to the fact that its use contributes to the production of endorphins in the body, hormones that muffle pain and relieve stress.
Endorphins also increase myocardial blood circulation, counteracting the development of atherosclerosis, and are involved in the process of thermoregulation.
The effect on the appetite of hot pepper is twofold: in small doses, it stimulates the appetite, in large doses, capsaicin depresses it.
Hot pepper juice can reduce arterial pressure. However, its use should be started carefully, with a few drops, given its side effects. Interestingly, during heat treatment, these properties are lost, so only freshly squeezed juice will be useful for hypertensive patients.
Both types of peppers - both red and hot - will become indispensable during depression. To do this, you need to prepare yourself freshly squeezed juice daily, the basis of which will be sweet pepper, and medicinal supplement- hot peppers. Just a few drops of the latter can improve mood and attitude.
Hot pepper juice is indispensable during diets: a few drops of it as part of vegetable juices or use ground pepper can significantly boost metabolism. Adding it to a dish allows the body to burn 45 kcal more!
British researchers have proven the effectiveness of hot pepper in cancer therapy due to the property of capsaicin to block the DNA of mitochondria, which provide the synthesis of chemical energy in malignant cells, which leads to their death. For prevention and control oncological diseases prepare an aqueous tincture of hot pepper, for which 1 tsp. its dry powder is poured into 200 ml of cold boiled water and infused for 20 minutes. Apply 3 times a day, a teaspoon of the resulting solution, adding it to the water.
An alcohol tincture of hot pepper, which is easy to purchase at any pharmacy, is an excellent warming agent. At the first sign of a cold or sciatica, it is used to rub the feet and back at night, after which the treated area should be wrapped up. Deep and long warming will ensure a quick recovery.
Capsaicin provides hot peppers with a laxative effect due to its effect on the large intestine. It has also been used since ancient times for flatulence.

Hot pepper: contraindications

Like any food, hot peppers can be harmful in case of intolerance to its components and allergies. Its use should also be limited to children.

If diseases are present of cardio-vascular system in a severe form, such as arrhythmia and angina pectoris, you should take hot pepper with great care, starting with small doses and observing the body's reaction. A large dose, taken once, can cause a heart attack.

The harm of hot pepper also affects patients with gastritis and peptic ulcer when the mucosa is damaged gastrointestinal tract. In such cases, its use is strictly prohibited.
In any case, even with impeccable health, this vegetable in any form should not be abused, due to the extreme activity of its components.

Peppers include plants of two genera, which are not related to each other. The genus Capsicum is a pod, and its varieties are red (bitter or chili) and others. They owe their pungent taste to the alkaloid capsaicin. And the genus Pepper - this is the same black (or peas) and Pepper long - have spicy taste due to the presence of piperine alkaloid.

Calorie content and nutritional value

Hot pepper contains about 1.87 g (7 kcal) of proteins, 0.45 g (4 kcal) of fat and 7.3 g (29 kcal) of carbohydrates. The ratio in terms of energy is: (b / w / y): 19% / 10% / 73%. In addition, it contains saturated fatty acids (0.042 g), mono- and disaccharides (5.3 g), water (88.02 g) and alimentary fiber(1.5 g).

Vitamins, micro and macro elements

The vegetable contains about forty vitamins, twenty minerals and many other useful substances:

a lot of B vitamins (choline, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamine), as well as vitamins PP, K, E, C, A and beta-carotene;
peppers contain manganese, selenium, copper, zinc, iron, phosphorus, potassium, calcium and sodium.

Varieties of hot chili peppers

Chili includes all hot peppers. They are native to tropical America. There are about 500 varieties worldwide. Fruits differ in taste, shape, smell and, of course, pungency.

Did you know? Hot red capsicum is a berry! The most burning thing in it is the seeds and internal partitions.

Let's name some of its varieties:

What is useful hot pepper

The vegetable has a lot useful properties: it treats sensory disorders, diseases of the central nervous system, has a beneficial effect on digestion, increases blood circulation, dissolves blood clots and improves liver function. Due to endorphins, it relieves pain and improves mood, and also removes toxins from the colon. Preparations from it are used for insomnia and neuralgia.

For men

Vegetables have a positive effect on male potency. Due to endorphins, a man experiences a surge of strength and, thus, gets rid of anxiety, which often causes a decrease in potency.

For women

it good remedy for weight loss, but subject to healthy kidneys, heart and stomach. Pepper improves and accelerates blood circulation and metabolism, which has a positive effect on the breakdown of fats. It is low in calories and carbohydrates.

Is it possible

It can be said about pepper that it is good in moderation. Even if you are healthy, this does not mean that it can be consumed in unlimited quantities.

To small children

This vegetable is completely prohibited for children under the age of 12.

Pregnant

For pregnant women, even in the absence of any health problems, it is also prohibited.

During lactation

It is better to exclude it from the food of nursing mothers. With milk, it enters the body of a child, and as we have already said, it is prohibited for children under 12 years old.

When losing weight

For weight loss, chilli peppers are a godsend. It adds spice to food, allows you to reduce the portion (do not eat too much spicy), and also has a positive effect on metabolism and blood circulation.

Application in the cuisine of different countries of the world

A burning vegetable is used in the cuisines of all countries. Most of all it is used in South American cuisine. It improves the taste of fish and meat dishes, soups, vegetables and side dishes. It is salted, stewed, fermented and marinated.

How seasoning is used crushed dried fruit. Hot pepper goes well with basil, garlic, coriander and other spices. It is part of the curry seasoning and Tabasco sauces.

Important! So that when preparing dishes with hot pepper, irritation does not occur and there is no burn, you should not touch the mucous membranes with your hands (do not rub your nose, eyes, do not bring it to your mouth).

How to choose when buying

When buying, you need to pay attention to such factors:

the pods should be bright, and the fruits should be dense, smooth, without wrinkles;
damaged, sluggish and perishable peppers should be avoided;
Dried fruits must be soaked before consumption. hot water for 30 minutes.

How to store at home

To keep the vegetable longer, you need to follow a few rules:

the storage place should be dark and cool;
you need to put everything in a plastic bag and use it in 2 weeks;
a large amount should be packaged in small bags and stored in the freezer.

Before freezing, the fruits must be washed. Pack so as not to refreeze. At repeated frosts nutrients are lost. Will keep in the freezer for up to a year.

The use of burning medicine in traditional medicine

Different varieties of pepper differ in their pungency. The higher it is, the healthier properties. The use in traditional medicine is very different.

Anthelmintic collection

Any anthelmintic fees or tinctures with pepper ethnoscience does not lead. Traditional healers simply recommend including a vegetable in small quantities into your daily diet.

With a cold

The easiest way to get rid of a runny nose is to pour ground pepper into your socks at night. Cannot be used at high temperatures.
You can use pepper tincture. For its preparation, they take pods and 90% alcohol in a ratio of 1:10. A week to insist and strain. Moisten several layers of gauze with tincture, wrap the feet, put on woolen socks on top.

For gout

Joints affected by gout are lubricated with a tincture of 1 part red pepper and 5 parts vodka. Infuse before use for 7 days in the dark and strain.

For joint pain

From joint pain, oil-kerosene tincture is used. Her recipe is given in the section "For a cold." She lubricates sore joints at night.

How to use in home cosmetology

A burning vegetable is also used in cosmetology. It is part of anti-cellulite preparations, shampoos, masks and balms. Pepper is also found in some toothpastes and helps to get rid of weakness and bleeding gums.

To strengthen hair

Pepper promotes blood flow to the hair follicles, reduces hair oiliness, and has a positive effect on fine and colored hair. For cooking home mask you need to take 2 spoons of any vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of red pepper tincture. Rub the mixture into the scalp, put on a plastic bag and a scarf. Leave for half an hour and then rinse well.

To strengthen nails

Burning properties are also used for the beauty and strength of nails. For a nail mask, you need to mix half a teaspoon of ground pepper with 10 drops boiled water and a teaspoon of hand cream.
The mixture should be held for 10 minutes in a water bath, then cooled. Lubricate nails for 15 minutes and rinse. You can use no more than 8 times a month.

Let's be frank: spicy dishes- pleasure is not for everyone. However, those who do not really like such “flammable” foods can also find use for hot chili peppers. Which? First, let's take a closer look at these little wits: chili peppers (despite the consonance with the name of the country, this word comes from the language of the South American natives, and simply translates as "hot pepper") is not as simple as it might seem at first.

A bit of history

Spicy dishes are found in many cuisines, from Western European to East Asian, and sometimes it seems that they have always been there. However, the cause of the burning and sometimes so different taste All of these dishes contain the same substance, capsaicin, an alkaloid found in hot peppers, which, one and all, come from America. For the first time, chili peppers began to be eaten by the Indians of America in 7,500 BC, and possibly earlier.

Peppers were first domesticated in Ecuador over 6,000 years ago and were among the first domesticated plants in the Americas. Europeans had a chance to try hot peppers only with the discovery of the New World, and Christopher Columbus personally gave the name to the outlandish fruit - for a taste similar to the taste of a spice already known in Europe from India. Already after the second trip of Columbus, red pepper appeared in Spain. Through Mexico, a colony of Spain that actively traded with Asian countries, hot peppers penetrated the Philippines, and then to India, China, Korea and Japan, and firmly entrenched in the cuisines of these countries. In Europe, peppers spread, making a long journey from India through Turkey and Hungary, and in the latter they became a favorite national seasoning in the form of paprika. Now hot peppers are cultivated all over the world, and everywhere there are lovers of the spiciness that he gives.

More about capsaicin

As mentioned above, the nature of this pungency is due to the presence in capsicum peppers of the alkaloid capsaicin, which is produced by peppers to protect against microbes. In addition to cooking, the properties of this alkaloid, which irritates the upper Airways and skin, are also used in medicine. There are many ways to determine the hotness of hot peppers, and one of them, generally accepted and most common, is to use the Scoville scale. Pepper extract dissolved in sugar syrup, and the number on the Scoville scale means how many parts of the syrup should fall on one part of the extract so that the hotness cannot be recognized by taste. So, one of the most slightly burning varieties of pepper - Italian pepperoncino - corresponds to 100-500 units of the Scoville scale, and the hottest pepper, Naga Yolokiya, which is cultivated in Bangladesh, southeast India and Sri Lanka - 855,000-1,050,000. This means that in order not to feel burning taste, you need to dissolve 1 gram of the pulp of this pepper in 1,000 liters of syrup!

From left to right: Cayenne pepper, African piri-piri pepper, Naga Yolokia pepper

The fact that not a specific number is indicated, but an interval on the scale means that various fruits of the same variety may differ in spiciness. The spiciness varies in different parts of the same fruit: the highest concentration of capsaicin is found in the white pulp - the membrane - that surrounds the seeds, so removing the membrane and seeds allows for a less spicy dish.

Hot peppers in cooking

The culinary uses of hot peppers are endless. To begin with, it can be used both raw and dried, both whole and ground. hungarian paprika is a dried pepper, ground to a powder, in other cases, the pepper is often ground roughly, which allows you to make changes not only in the taste of the dish, but also in its appearance and texture. As a seasoning, pepper is added to various hot dishes, soups, sauces, salad dressings and marinades, and when preparing any dish, from borscht to pilaf, you can put a whole pepper in it so that the dish itself takes as much spiciness as it needs.

Fresh peppers, in addition, are wonderfully combined with salads - vegetable and not only - and being finely chopped, they can be a seasoning for, for example, fish or pasta. Finally, dried pepper you can flavor vinegar or olive oil and then add it to dishes, as some amateurs do. The main thing at the same time is to observe a sense of proportion and the necessary precautions. So if you are dealing with hot peppers, avoid touching your eyes or genitals (yes, it's better to laugh at this stupid warning than to get into a very unpleasant situation someday), and if the peppers are really HOT, it does not hurt to wear gloves. There is other information that is good to know for all those who like it hot.

Hot peppers and your health

Medically hot peppers are very ambiguous. On the one hand, studies show that capsaicin helps fight cancer cells, on the other hand, their excessive use in itself can lead to stomach cancer, and carcinogens are sometimes found in chili powder. In addition, for any diseases of the stomach or intestines, the use of hot peppers is highly undesirable. In defense of peppers, we can say that eating them can help with excess weight, type 1 diabetes, and also curbs the negative effect of the cholesterol that is already present in our body.

By the way, some birds do not feel the hotness of peppers at all - due to differences in nervous system Capsaicin doesn't work on them the way it does on mammals, which is why hot peppers are often a favorite food for birds without harming them. digestive tract. But we are not birds, and the pleasure of eating spicy food, fortunately, is quite affordable for us - because, among other things, it is also very tasty!