5 Surprising Reasons You Crave Spicy Foods

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5 Surprising Reasons You Crave Spicy Foods. Ever find yourself reaching for the hot sauce or craving a fiery dish? Here’s why you might be longing for some extra spice in your life.  References: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/craving-spicy-food

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00:00Welcome back sun bro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about 5 surprising reasons you crave spicy foods.

00:15Ever find yourself reaching for the hot sauce or craving a fiery dish?

00:19Here's why you might be longing for some extra spice in your life.

00:221. You're feeling hot, it might seem odd, but when you're overheated,

00:26you could start craving spicy foods.

00:28That's because spicy foods contain capsaicin that might play key role in thermoregulation

00:32by triggering sweating and help cool your body down.

00:352. You're pregnant, food cravings are a well-known part of pregnancy,

00:39affecting 50-90% of women, usually they want sweets, but spicy foods are no exception.

00:44Hormonal changes and shifting nutrient needs might have you craving spicy dishes like chili or curry.

00:49In fact, 3.3% of pregnant women report craving spicy foods during their pregnancy journey.

00:553. You're feeling down, when you're feeling blue, a little spice might do the trick.

01:00Capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat,

01:03can trigger your body to release endorphins, that feel good, hormones.

01:06This can create a mild sense of pleasure, potentially lifting your mood when you're feeling down.

01:114. You're congested, if you're dealing with symptoms of nonologic rhinitis like

01:15stuffy nose or congestion, spicy foods can be a natural remedy.

01:19At first, capsaicin acts as a mild irritant then later decongestant,

01:23helping to clear up your nasal passages. That's why you might crave hot,

01:27spicy soups or sauces when you're under the weather, they can help you breathe easier.

01:315. You're avoiding spicy foods, trying to cut out spicy foods.

01:35You might find yourself craving them even more. Restricting certain foods can often lead to

01:40stronger desires for them. If you've been avoiding spicy dishes, your increased cravings might be

01:44your body's way of telling you it misses the heat. While a bit of spice can be fun and flavorful,

01:49it's wise to enjoy it in moderation. Overindulging in spicy foods can

01:53aggravate conditions like acid reflux or irritable bowel syndrome and may cause

01:57discomfort like nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, or stomach cramps.

02:01If spicy foods don't sit well with you, it's best to limit them to avoid any unpleasant symptoms.

02:06So, go ahead and enjoy that extra spice, just remember to keep it balanced.

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