Health Benefits

We’ve passed January on the calendar already. (Can you believe it?!?) And, with the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and just the general weariness of winter, it can be difficult to stick to those health goals you loudly proclaimed just over a month ago.

Welcome to 2016! Before you know it, we’ll be counting down the hours to 2017. Before that, though, there will be several warm months where you’ll want to look your best. Not only that, but you’ll want to feel your best too. And, to do that, it’s time to start eating better. After all, the indulgence of the past few months has probably taken their toll on your body. Fortunately, the food trends for 2016 make it easier to pursue (and accomplish) healthy eating.

A recent Australian study found out that chili peppers and chili spices, like cayenne, can burn more calories and control the blood sugar and insulin levels and slightly increase the metabolism.

New Evidence - Capsaicin, the stuff that gives chili peppers their kick, may cause weight loss and fight fat buildup by triggering certain beneficial protein changes in the body, according to a new study on the topic.