The chilli

Chilli in Thai food is fundamental in the gastronomy of this country. Most of its delicacies are seasoned, either with the raw fruit, also in powder or in different types of curry paste.

There are people who do not tolerate spicy meals, although it is true that a large number of beneficial effects for health are attributed to it.

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• The cardiovascular system is sensitive to the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of capsaicin.
• It has a beneficial effect on the composition of the intestinal microbiota, which in turn is associated with overweight.
• Spicy foods help prevent too fast sugar rises.
• Some studies suggest that it especially prevents stomach and bladder cancers.
• Contrary to what one might think, spicy favours the proper functioning of the digestive system and even It can prevent ulcers, unless you suffer from irritable bowel or heartburn.

Fresh chilli is taken with a fat such as olive or coconut oils, the absorption of capsaicin is improved, which favours its beneficial effect.

How to relieve itching due to excessive spiciness: you can reduce that sensation by taking a soy yoghurt.

It is a very versatile ingredient used for cosmetics such as lipsticks and facial powders created from capsanthin.

And by stimulating hair growth, he has become the protagonist of countless hair treatments. 

The chilli Is the king of condiments in Thailand.