The fiery flavor on your tongue from that chipotle chicken may
send more signals to your brain other than "HOT", according
to recent research. In fact, the spice may flip your hunger
switch to "OFF".
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity
examined the link between capsaicin, a phytonutrient found in
hot peppers, and it’s role in the body’s mechanism of hunger
and cravings for fat and calories.
In the study, 24 participants were either given red pepper (in
capsule or tomato-juice drink form) or a placebo thirty minutes
before each meal. The researchers found that spice-eaters
were less hungry, consumed fewer calories and less fat than
the group not receiving capsaicin. Those participants getting
their spice in drink form (so that the capsaicin came into direct
contact with taste buds) had an even greater reduction in fat
and calories, as well felt more satisfied after the meal.
References
Westerterp-Plantenga MS, Smeets A, Lejeune MP.Sensory and gastrointestinal
satiety effects of capsaicin on food intake.Int J Obes (Lond). 2005 Jun;29(6):
682-8.
send more signals to your brain other than "HOT", according
to recent research. In fact, the spice may flip your hunger
switch to "OFF".
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity
examined the link between capsaicin, a phytonutrient found in
hot peppers, and it’s role in the body’s mechanism of hunger
and cravings for fat and calories.
In the study, 24 participants were either given red pepper (in
capsule or tomato-juice drink form) or a placebo thirty minutes
before each meal. The researchers found that spice-eaters
were less hungry, consumed fewer calories and less fat than
the group not receiving capsaicin. Those participants getting
their spice in drink form (so that the capsaicin came into direct
contact with taste buds) had an even greater reduction in fat
and calories, as well felt more satisfied after the meal.
References
Westerterp-Plantenga MS, Smeets A, Lejeune MP.Sensory and gastrointestinal
satiety effects of capsaicin on food intake.Int J Obes (Lond). 2005 Jun;29(6):
682-8.
| FIERY FAT BURNER Turn up the heat to whittle your middle. Research shows capsaicin may curb cravings and boost satiety. |
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