When biting into a chili pepper, you expect a fiery sensation on your tongue. This spiciness is detected because of capsaicinoid compounds. But for some peppers, despite high levels of capsaicinoids, ...

Ohio State scientists identify three natural compounds in chili peppers that reduce spicy heat while preserving all the ...

A new study identifying molecules that suppress the heat of chili peppers hints at the possibility of adapting these ...

is famous for being one of the first chilies to exceed one million SHU and has held the title of the world's hottest chili ...

Experts propose that the unhealthy dishes in which chili peppers are most often used, not the chili peppers themselves, may contribute to weight gain. Chili peppers are spicy and flavorful peppers ...

Laboratory studies have shown that chili pepper extracts inhibit a number of microbial pathogens, and capsaicin has been used in a local anesthetic. Whatever the benefits, chilies spread around ...

These symbols of New Mexican cuisine aren’t your average chile peppers. Here’s how to buy and use Hatch chiles while the season is in full swing. Due to some unfortunate road trip planning ...