Meals that bring the heat might just help you eat less. That’s the takeaway from a recent study led by researchers at The Pennsylvania State University. Their findings suggest that adding chili pepper ...

That burn you feel after biting into a jalapeño isn’t just happening in your mouth. It’s triggering a cascade of biological reactions that continue working long after your meal ends. The fiery ...

Scientists at Penn State University’s Sensory Evaluation Center have discovered that a little heat goes a long way in limiting caloric intake at meal times. Their findings, slated to be published in ...

For some, the spice ain’t nice. Throughout her life, Jennifer Allerot, 53, has ordered the spiciest foods on the menu whenever she ate at a restaurant — until she developed a stomach ulcer four years ...

Spicy food and late-night meals may harm digestion, trigger acidity, and gut issues. Doctors explain risks, symptoms, and ...

Several foods have immune-boosting and mucus-thinning properties that may help ease nasal congestion, a common symptom of colds and seasonal allergies.

Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDN Key Takeaways Seeing or smelling certain things can make you want spicy foods.Hot ...

Aimee Levitt is a freelance writer in Chicago. It may seem counterintuitive, but one of the best ways to keep cool in hot weather is to order up some spicy food. Spice causes you to sweat, and sweat ...

You know that rush you get when you bite into something so spicy it makes your eyes water and your nose run? What if that intense physical reaction isn’t just masochistic food enjoyment, but actually ...

Craving something spicy? Foods served at three California restaurants are guaranteed to “set your taste buds ablaze,” according to Yelp. The popular review site went in search of the restaurants ...

The editors at Eater LA dine out several times a week, if not per day, which means we’re always encountering standout dishes that deserve time in the limelight. Here’s the very best of everything the ...