Capsaicin in spicy foods can slightly increase calorie burning and may support digestion. However, some purported benefits of ...

Meals that bring the heat might just help you eat less. That’s the takeaway from a recent study led by researchers at The Pennsylvania State University. Their findings suggest that adding chili pepper ...

The best bite of food I ate while traveling with my husband in Thailand a couple of months ago was at Samsarn, a Thai/Lao/Burmese restaurant at Anantara Golden Triangle in Northern Thailand. The dish, ...

Flavonols are plant compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Top sources of flavonols include citrus fruits, onions, dark chocolate, apples, herbs and spices. Eat a variety of ...

Tammy Proctor continues the spicy theme by exploring a green leafy herb used widely in french cooking and one that grows well in Utah.

If you've ever regretted ordering a spicy meal, take note: A new study identifying molecules that suppress the heat of chili peppers hints at the possibility of adapting these compounds into an ...

You know that rush you get when you bite into something so spicy it makes your eyes water and your nose run? What if that intense physical reaction isn’t just masochistic food enjoyment, but actually ...

Consumer demand for spicy food is evolving beyond extreme heat. Brands at the Specialty Food Association's Winter Fancy Faire showed how they are embracing habaneros, sweet-heat pairings and ...