What do spicy peanuts do to your body? The surprising effects of capsaicin and nutrition
                                
                                
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                                Capsaicin, the active compound in chili peppers, can create a powerful sensation of heat by activating your body's pain receptors, yet this spicy kick also offers surprising physiological effects. So, what do spicy peanuts do to your body once you move past the initial burning sensation? This deep dive will uncover both the invigorating and potentially irritating outcomes.