Killer Peppers
So there's the title of the article I read last night, it was published in March of this year. In case you aren't a secret science geek, allow me to summarize. Capsaicin, the component of red chili peppers that makes them hot, has been shown to kill prostate cancer cells.
Pretty cool, huh?
This isn't coming from some vitamin pimp or some late-night infomercial whackjob trying to sell a miracle cure. No, it's coming from the American Association for Cancer Research. You know, serious people with PHD's, performing scientific experiments and wearing those very stylish white lab coats.
I knew my Tobasco addiction was good for something.
Article Abstract
Capsaicin
Health
7 Comments:
Wow, being from South Louisiana, Cajun, and growing up next to Avery Island, where Tabasco is produced, I always have a bottle or two in my kitchen cabinet! Good for me and my prostate!
7:55 AM
Exactly, now you have medical permission to indulge! :)
9:34 AM
That is very interesting. I wonder what other cancer cells it could possibly kill? You're so smart Jim. I'm impressed.
11:32 AM
Awesome. I roast peppers almost every week. I guess, though, that denatures the capsasin...okay I'll be eating them raw.
1:24 PM
Dont be impressed with me, I just undestand the science, Ryan. It does make you wonder what else chili peppers can cure, doesnt it?
4:19 PM
Not sure what level of heat denatures the protein, Adam, but fresh would definitely be a safer bet!
4:24 PM
A big plate of fresh Thai bird chilis coming right up for Michael.
Oh, might wanna give your colon a heads up :)
10:01 PM
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