Hot Peppers - Tidbits

Hot Stuff - Spice things up:
In a recent study, people who ate a pepper-derived substance daily - equaling 3 tablespoons of chili powder or about 4 jalapenos - burned twice as many calories throughout the day as those who didn't. Capsaicin - what makes peppers fiery - heats up the body, which causes you to burn calories and use more fat as fuel. Turn up the heat on salads, sandwiches and stir-fries with jalapenos, habaneros and other hot peppers. Our hot salsas are not only good on chips, they make a great addition to almost any salad or recipe.

Jalapeno Facts:
The Jalapeno measures between 2,500 and 5,000 Scoville Units, placing it at 5 on the heat scale. It is by far the most famous and recognizable of all chiles. These peppers are essential in Tex Mex cuisine and pepper eating contests.

Habanero Facts:
The Habanero measures between 200,000 and 300,000 Scoville Units, placing it at 10 on the heat scale. It is without question the hottest of the chile peppers. Although its usage dates back to 6500 B.C., it has just recently come to fame in the U.S. Market.

The Habanero (and other really hot chilies) produce a euphoria for a few minutes after they are ingested because they cause the body to secrete endorphins. Endorphins are the body's own natural pain relievers. Also, it is a medical fact that chilies are a very good source of vitamins A, C, and others. In addition, they stimulate the circulation in the digestive tract thereby aiding in digestion. habenoro peppers have also been known to lower high blood pressure.

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