There is the possibility that other differences between both groups could be contributing to better health outcomes, however.
Previous work has shown that phytochemical capsaicin has the potential to promote vascular and metabolic health.
Rodent studies have demonstrated the favourable effects of a capsaicin-rich diet on atherosclerosis, metabolic syndrome, hypertension and stroke risk.
“Clinically, ingestion of capsaicin has been shown to boost metallic rate modestly,” explained the authors of a report in Open health.
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