Can you eat too many chili peppers? Understanding the Limits of a Spicy Diet
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5 min read
While chili peppers offer numerous health benefits, including a metabolism boost and antioxidant properties, excessive consumption of the capsaicin that gives them their heat can cause significant gastrointestinal distress. A person’s tolerance for spicy food is often learned and highly individualized, meaning what is a comfortable amount for one person might be too much for another. So, can you eat too many chili peppers? The short answer is yes, and your body will likely tell you when you've reached your limit.
