Chili pepper

Chilies rev up the organism's metabolic rate, burning up calories faster, producing heavy sweating and helping to cool the body in tropical climates. They open up the sinuses and bronchial passages, helping to prevent bronchitis, emphysema, and contrary to what was believed until a short time ago, even stomach ulcers. Capsaicin, the potent, main active ingredient in chilies, is rich in natural aspirin. Chilies have also powerful antioxidant and antibacterial activity.