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December 8, 2010

Some Like It Hot!

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Hot, spicy foods that contain curry, chilies, or other hot peppers such as cayenne, help to trigger endorphins.These hormones are what make people feel good and well balanced.   And spicy foods have more flavor, so you don’t need to add much salt – and we all know how nasty too much salt is for the ‘bod!  And if you aren’t sure about that curry chicken or spicy gazpacho here’s one more thing to consider: endorphins that can be triggered by spicy food are like a natural morphine that helps ease pain and provide a sense of well being. The next time you are feeling a little down, try eating something spicy.

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