Key Takeaways

A study showed that moderately spicy meals led participants to eat 11% to 18% less food without reducing enjoyment.

Capsaicin may boost metabolism and reduce inflammation, but it is unlikely to cause long-term weight loss.

People with acid reflux, IBD, or celiac disease may need to avoid spicy foods despite potential health benefits.

Spicy food might make you sweat, but it could also help you eat more slowly and avoid overeating, according to a new study. Eating too quickly is linked to obesity, high blood pressure, and elevated triglyceride levels.

How Spicy Food Helps You Eat Less

To examine how spiciness affects eating behavior, researchers served adult participants beef chili and chicken tikka masala seasoned with varying amounts of sweet and hot paprika.

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