INTERNAL ORGANS Affected By Spicy Foods: Doctor Explains

[@ViolinMD]

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[@professorcygnus7069]

Your episodes get better every time! Your editing, speech, grammar, and research, is improving! I do want to recommend a topic about a condition called TMJ, people with head trauma have TMJ without even knowing, yet they just hear the jaw clicking, without thinking that it could result in something major. I have TMJ and would like to learn more. Learning about the hottest pepper in the world, was actually pretty scary, especially when you was talking and showing the actual proof about what kind of psychological problems that that could cause, and even death, r.i.p.. I think that they definitely should not allow stunts like that for the Guinness book of world records, because that's sort of encourages people to do dangerous things. Anyway, that was wonderful to learn about to learn about , enjoying to see you progress! Praying for the safe travels and wise investments, really looking forward to the episode about TMJ, I actually have this condition, and I would like to learn more about tmj, and about a sudo disc, and how to help the body learn how to make a sudo disk. Thanks ! I am devastated for you! Please never eat that ever again you said your heart rate was 110! I like how you said that your Indian part of your family was helping you, like some spiritual connection.

[@cammiller5516]

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[@Uncle_Red]

So would the narrowing of the blood vessels which is caused by adrenaline be reversed by cortisol?

[@AliasHSW]

Showing some of the videos with my 7 and 10yo kids

[@Coolremac]

Are you part East Indian?

[@MasuseDeMojo]

Hello, and thank you for going over hot peppers. You hit all the key points. I grew up around peppers, and have been eating them for many years now. Even as a child, I was curious as to why they were so hot; so I searched out to find out more about them. One of the key things I learned from a friend's wife, is that you never grow hot peppers next to tomatoes. The tomatoes will sap the heat out, making them more like a bell pepper; which is why a lot of people will drink tomato juice when eating hot peppers. I started with Jalapeño, and worked my way up to beyond Ghost peppers. I have a high tolerance and do not start sweating till I start getting to the Ghost level. My go to that helps is eating ginger; it will cut the heat for you and settle your stomach. I have never felt it on the way out. The red pepper you ate looked like one of the habanero species; there are two main types. A Habanero to me is like the Jalapeño to you when you first bit into it. Everyone's body is different. When someone ask me if something is spicy, I tell them to me, it is mild; but it may be too spicy for them. I have had some who have ignored me, and regretted it later. Thai peppers are not for the weak at heart; they do not hold back. Boonie peppers, that are only found in Guam, are very small compared to Thai peppers. They also pack a lot of heat that make a Thai pepper seem it is milder. I have used the Boonie peppers to make a hot sauce that the fumes lingered in the air, causing my sinus to drain completely. Many do use them for weight loss as they help to speed up one's metabolism. There is so much peppers can do in the right context.

[@MsStina84]

I had a workmate with heart problems. He also did these crazy kinds of things, I think it was to try to impress people. Eating a hot pepper was actually one of the last things he did before being rushed to the hospital for the last time.

[@shorty7764]

Sad

[@lynseck8739]

Better to get an ECG done before trying these challenges. People with a long QT interval might be at a higher risk for complications among others.

[@KxNOxUTA]

​@@lynseck8739 Just stop doing that dangerous nonsense

[@flaminjackson]

They warn you on challenges not to consume if you have heart conditions!

[@AngieCee1]

​@@lynseck8739id say just don't do it. There are plenty of other dumb challenges lol

[@yinyang888-w8y]

Indian here. I don't like eating hot spicy food with chillies. Best fire extinguisher that works for me is slightly sour butter milk or sour plain yoghurt to cool me down. Your channel is awesome you won my subscription, haven't seen many doctors showing symptoms and diagnosis. Thank you.

[@janhatcher6991]

all for a world record. That man is crazy! What people do I don't get it. I really love your channel.

[@Giantcrabz]

164 reapers is insane. This guy would have no problem getting maced at a protest 😅

[@eponawarrior7492]

I love spicy food. I have gut issues so I space out my spice indulgence and sometimes follow up with a few days of bland diet. Not sure why I love it so much, but I get a huge mood boost from it. One day I'll probably have to give it up, but for now I try to enjoy responsibly. Funny enough, spice actually isn't a huge GI trigger for me. Acids, gluten, and oily foods are my worst ones.

[@sarahlongstaff5101]

Oily…. Maybe that’s what I’m reacting to, not just the spice. 🤔

[@eponawarrior7492]

@@sarahlongstaff5101 maybe! I know for me, it seems like cheaper oils like fry oil/canola/etc all really upset my stomach. Olive oil I don't react as much.

[@gibbygibbons5835]

capsaicin has been shown to trigger the release of endorphins, the body’s own “opioids.”

[@Koozomec]

Bro, have you try to replace with yoghurt ? In some reciep (ie salad dressing) it can substitute oil. If you support dairy ofc.

[@slocoast5]

I love spicy food as well nonetheless never had a problem until now. 😢

[@ceeq3997]

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[@ViolinMD]

So glad to hear that! We had so much for this afternoon with you guys!

[@planesandbikes7353]

There is more to hot pepper than just the 'burn.' There is a pleasing fruity flavour there, even in moderation where no significant burn is felt. So many ethnic foods are disappointing and bland without some hot peppers or hot sauce or chili paste mixed in. No way would I take a bite of a reaper, but I have some reaper sauce here which is very tasty and fruity and a little goes a long long ways.

[@amazinggrapes3045]

All the flavor can be found in a bell pepper. The only thing it's lacking is the capsaicin. Only reason people like that stuff is masochism

[@simonfrederiksen104]

Yeah I've never understood the appeal of just biting into a raw pepper, then you might as well do the same with onions or potatoes for that matter. Oh and yes, the fruity touch with some types along with different oils you can keep the peppers in can really get addictive.

[@StefBarber]

Dr. Siobhan, The Saturday anticipation & excitement is real. You put so much work in your videos! Thank you. 💜

[@rjo49]

Store bought jalapeños can have a huge range of capsaicin content. I've grown a lot of jalapeño varieties over the years, and the heat ranges from fire to nothing at all. Also, there was one variety I really enjoyed and grew frequently in my garden. One summer we had a prolonged dry, hot period when the fruit was ripening, and the perceived heat of the fruit was completely off the charts. One cornbread recipe I made frequently (that included also lots of onion and sharp cheddar) called for 4 jalapeños. That year, the first time I made it using that batch of jalapeño, it was thrown out because the only discernable flavor was the burn.

[@aenigmaticus_ca]

I had Carolina Reaper Chicken Wings, first time with that pepper. Tasted amazing, but caused a Tonic-Clonic Seizure that took a month for me to recover. So yes, they can be very dangerous. Be careful! Man they taste so good though...

[@wannabetrucker7475]

I bought ghost pepper as a condiment, it actually only takes approximately 1/16 th of a teaspoon to season a plate of spaghetti etc. At that level it is tasty. We laugh that this little jar will last generations.

[@ViolinMD]

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[@TaylorPhase]

i eat full ghost peppers like berries

[@michaeltreu4152]

@@TaylorPhase Wow what a man lol.

[@TaylorPhase]

@@michaeltreu4152 they actually taste good and have flavor

[@WynneL]

@@TaylorPhase They do, but I honestly like the taste of habanero even better. They're like fiery little mangos.

[@sarahmarie3317]

In the middle of watching it and I love it so far! I am a teacher, and I plan on showing this in class!

[@lulamamie8524]

Excellent idea 💡 🎉

[@DuchessOfWales]

Cannot believe you bit into that 2nd one! I was a violinist on my way into Western before paralyzed by AVM. Neuropathic pain ever since, now seeking MAID. Pepper is a big part of my neuro management - great to see an MD discussing this. Happy 2025 ♥

[@Giantcrabz]

You eat spicy food for your nerve pain? That's really interesting

[@DuchessOfWales]

It seems to have the endorphin benefit that I can't get through exercise and distraction interrupts chronic pain 😅

[@sophiafern]

I used to work at a pizza place where one if the owners had moved to Canada from Korea. She used to tease me constantly about how I couldn't handle spice, so when I quit she gave me a parting gift bag of different hot sauces. Genuinely it did help my spice tolerance (I used to not be able to take Tim Hortons chipotle) but I don't think I'll be eating a whole pepper anytime soon 😅

[@ViolinMD]

Haha love that!

[@cynthiaandvern]

Wow, you sure jumped your way up the Scoville scale!! It's true that you can build up a tolerance for spicier foods- I always thought the chili oil that we get with our Vietnamese food was so spicy, until I started using it regularly. I found myself adding more because I couldn't really distinguish the heat over time! Thank you for the lesson in how your body reacts to spicy foods, that was really interesting!

[@kentjenkins734]

Did you notice a decrease in your ability to distinguish nuances in other flavors besides heat? I think we all lose some taste sensitivity over time, and I wonder if eating a lot of spicy food accelerates that.

[@Balingy]

​@kentjenkins734 I enjoy spicy food, I eat habanero and season food with ghost pepper. I am also an avid tea enjoyer, especially floral teas, which often have very subtle flavors. Cigarettes destroyed some of taste buds but for me personally, spice or heat level did not destroy any taste buds for me, that I am aware of.

[@cynthiaandvern]

@kentjenkins734 no, I didn't find that I lost the flavor. I have definitely eaten something too spicy that it just had heat, no flavor, further up the Scoville scale, but I can't say that my tastes normally are adapted to that kind of heat.

[@kentjenkins734]

@@Balingy That's nice to hear. I have always stayed away from cigarettes, and I sometimes like really pouring on the hot sauce, so I should have many years more of dining enjoyment.

[@AllThingsConsidered333]

I used to love spicy foods and probably overdid it over the years. Now the tiniest bit gives me such intense body pain & also affects my brain function negatively. Makes me sad but at least I enjoyed it while I had it! I never liked the stuff that was all burn and no flavor tho. Gotta have flavor! I used to make my own hot pepper sauce and when I would get pissed off, I would just take a little nip off the hot pepper sauce bottle and it would reset my brain and I would be in a better mood almost instantly.

[@anthonygrodecki7968]

I love spicy and for me it’s just within food dishes. So thank you for covering this and explaining the science behind the reactions those of us that like hot food know. 😊

[@BetsAnderson]

Thank you for sharing. Very interesting!! Regards from South Africa

[@gibbygibbons5835]

According to the American Association for Cancer Research, peppers and turmeric both contain anti-cancer properties. The capsaicin in peppers is thought to kill certain kinds of cancer cells, and the curcumin in turmeric may slow the growth of tumors. A study from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles found that capsaicin was effective in blocking prostate cancer cells in mice, similar to the way cancer drugs work.

[@stop08it]

True but it’s possible to have too much of a good thing.

[@truthdefenders-]

Yeah but we are not mice. It cracks me up when they talk about experiments done on animals then pretend the same result will happen with a human.

[@KingsHiway]

Cayenne everyday replaced my 81 mg.asprine

[@ceeq3997]

oh you really are a champ!! trying the scotch bonnet for the first time on video 🤩. loved this! (ok, and every one :) )

[@alexisleona]

I can't do dairy either, so I usually chase spicy with almond/coconut milk or soft white bread. Works for me.

[@swathijayaraman4401]

Firm tofu or soy milk works pretty well too

[@swagglesworth33]

plain or lemon flavor sparkling water makes ur tongue feel better if it burns after imo. i let it sit on my tongue for a few seconds and the burn just goes away

[@DaneReidVoiceOver]

What works for me is not eating spicy food ever lol

[@HopeBrafford]

Your videos inspire me to stay on my goal to medicine - you make it so entertaining and constantly interesting. Love this

[@endrankluvsda4loko172]

You rocked that sassy red pepper like a boss! One of my favorite snacks is to take a bite of jalapeno, a ruffle chip with dip, then top it off with a little scoop of avocado. Jalapenos are weird where it's like some have almost no heat as if they're just a bell pepper and you can smash the entire thing in a few bites while others are so hot that even just a little nibble makes my entire mouth feel like it's on fire.

[@ChrisMorton]

I participated in pepper eating competitions, it's nice to have this knowledge before I do it again.

[@FireCracker3240]

Thank you, Siobhan, for covering this. I really hate the way everything anymore is "spicy". It's much harder to find non-spicy food than it ever used to. I've never liked spicy foods, but now, due to medical issues, I actually can't eat spicy foods. It's amazing how people bully you and think you're strange when you tell them you don't eat spicy foods. Why did this even become a thing? I appreciate you explaining the medical ramifications of spicy foods, because I don't think many people appreciate that. ❤

[@Steffi.EchoGraphix]

Try telling people you don't eat spicy food, don't drink, and don't smoke. It's like I'm a martian.

[@ThoseStairsTheFirst]

Spicy is unpleasant unless you're a total masochist. It makes you unable to taste the actual food. It stresses the body in an unhealthy way. It makes you look unattractive. It's strange how common it has become. They put chili and too much pepper everywhere. It's insane.

[@jessicastevens5782]

part of it is something she didn't really touch on - the tolerance that people build up is due to changes in the way your brain responds to impulses from the receptor, so people with repeated exposure can no longer determine how spicy something is, making them crave more. most chefs' brains have had this change, resulting in the overuse of peppers. also explains why, even in cultures with lots of pepper use, kids' food is less spicy. other foods, like horseradish, don't trigger the same receptor as capsaicin

[@negart7744]

Yeah. I don't like spices. I might add a bit of salt to my food if I feel like it so not always but people think I mean my food is bland. It's not. If you don't kill your taste buds with spices, you can actually enjoy the taste of the ingredients in your food:)

[@its_so_edna]

I don't think food is becoming more spicy. I think we are just exposed to different foods from all over the world today. Many cultures serve spicy foods and we have more access to them today. Through exposure, more people find they like the different flavor profiles and they've incorporated those flavors into other foods.

[@jimbelter2]

I've eaten spicy foods most of my life. My philosophy has always been "It's not hot enough until my nose runs and my eyes water". That doesn't happen too often but when it does I'm really enjoying it

[@figmo397]

Cucumbers can also neutralize capsaicin. I learned this from a Szechuan restaurant owner.

[@salvadoroliveira6632]

It's great to find another video from you, dear Dr. Siobhan! Did you hear about a Brazilian young woman who went into a comma after sniffing some strong pepper? I don't remember what happened to her. I'm going to watch your vireo now.

[@malapertfourohfour2112]

When you said okay right before biting into the jalapeño, the tone in your voice conveyed exactly the correct acceptance of your fate for going into this kinda thing. Good mental fortitude 💪

[@EthericgateStudio]

Im just finding your channel now and I love your videos! This seems like a fun break - whilst still maintaining its informative approach. Never thought I would enjoy learning about the body as much as I can now.

[@heidibear44]

I LOVE chillies. I eat very hot ones too (including CalReaper) but I dont recommend it to everyone. It's not a sign of strength or ability to go hotter especially if you sacrifice flavour for heat. I enjoy making chilli sauces too so... One thing a little bit of heat will do though is give you back your appetite if you struggle to eat enough. Even just some ginger in your food can boost your appetite. Just something I've noticed over the years. I dont know if there is any science to back it up. Love your channel. 😊

[@OurFreeSociety]

You don't need science, you need your brain & intuition. Most science is all fake & controlled by the evils who control the entire world.

[@hughscot]

I always enjoy your comments. I was born in Halifax. Best of luck to you and your husband.

[@Drhei]

Fascinating breakdown of how capsaicin tricks our brains into ‘feeling the burn’! 🔥 It’s amazing how something as simple as spice can trigger such intense physical reactions, from pain to euphoria. Respect to Mike Jack for pushing the limits, but remember-spice challenges aren’t just mental, they can be physically risky. Stay safe, everyone! 🌶

[@salvadoroliveira6632]

Thais Medeiros, a young woman from Brazil, suffered a nearly fatal reaction after inhaling the scent of some pepper.

[@markiangooley]

The last grocery store jalapeños I bought were just slightly hotter than bell peppers. Apparently, at many grocery stores, a specially-bred mild jalapeño variety is all they sell fresh. Maybe I should try my nearest Mexican grocery store.

[@tomyoung4701]

Really enjoyed this video. I’m glad you decided against eating the reaper!

[@snakeoctavia]

I cook with ghost pepper, scorpion pepper, and cayenne. I’m not a fan of other peppers as they’re really bitter to me, like eating a gross penny. I find when I cook with it, my ibs issues stop being as severe. I usually mix it into pastas, for a pound of spaghetti, I will hand shred a ghost pepper into the water with the noodles as they boil, making sure the pieces of pepper are large enough to not get lost while straining the water out. I find this keeps the noodles hot without making the sauce as hot. This keeps the heat from burning your lips or anywhere else the sauce manages to go. Ghost pepper in the eye and other less fortunate areas is extremely unpleasant 😂

[@seattlesix]

Decided to stop eating any and all plants Feb ‘24 and reversed IBS flair ups. Haven’t had one since. Reversed type 2 diabetes and a host of other issues as well. Love the innovative approach on spicy pasta for guests

[@Cadi-jm6mq]

Haha, I love how you tried those chillis at the end!

[@ninachemin5662]

Thanks for the great video as always !! Glad you didn’t eat the Carolina reaper, I was honestly stressing about it during the whole video haha

[@theghoulgals2474]

I eat a teaspoon of cayenne pepper daily, mixed in my food for joint aches and pains. It really helps!!!

[@sulaimanaljabari]

1:10 Exactly size doesn't matter!

[@johnregan2882]

Good "wave off" Doc! You ARE intelligent.

[@Japan_Changed_My_Life]

Building up tolerance is the key.

[@AliceR27]

A lot of people don't understand the dangers of hot peppers. You need to wear a mask for some powders as they can cause respiratory arrest. A lot of kids challenge themselves with hot peppers. I love Serranos and Thai chilis, but never go full-on Thai hot. Can also do habaneros but the burn doesn't appeal to me as much as others.

[@txLALA]

I love spicy peppers, but I’d never binge on them like this so have never had any issues with them going in or coming out.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

same here usually small amount for spice and flavor but not excessive

[@1xxDATAxx1]

Good video, very informative. I was searching on youtube and came across this, as I was looking for information on capsassin reducing inflamation and swelling. About 13 years ago I had to do 13 dives at the wound clinic to keep my left foot, but after all the dives I still could not walk without a lot of pain. Long story short.. I had to return to work after my short term leave was up, but at work, on the clock, I could not take the pain meds. So, desperate for anything, I ate a hot pepper from a coworkers lunch. He said it helps him out and I thought.. why not. Well within minutes I was walking without much pain, and for the next 2 weeks I carried about 50 of these tiny little red thai chillies in a bag, and every 12 min or so I would grab a couple and chew them up and sweat so bad lol. I had to return to work or loose my job, the leave was up, and I couldnt take the pain meds at work... If a capsassin patch or anything else would have been around back then I would have used it instead. To this day when I have problems that cause certain issues, I still eat hot peppers before I take a pill lol.

[@OurFreeSociety]

Nuts. So walking on it didn't harm it more? There's a reason we were giving pain receptors. It's so we KNOW there's an issue in our body and we have to fix it. I would have said go to an osteopath, but if you are in the US, you can't find one because the evils took down that industry decades ago. sigh I'm glad it helped you. Interesting factoid. Thanks

[@giacomotazzari2060]

Wow, this new video format is great! ❤

[@ViolinMD]

Thank you! I had so much fun creating it!

[@MohitSouthee]

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[@jeffpro8]

I was screaming at the phone saying "Don't do it Siobhan!" 😂 Almond milk works too if you're allergic to dairy.

[@stop08it]

I have mild gastritis and almond and oat milk (warm or hot) are incredibly at soothing stomach pains. Milk does not have the same effect

[@jeffpro8]

@@stop08it That is interesting. When I had GERD milk usually helped me burning and discomfort as well as oatmeal or almond milk. They worked the same for me.

[@OurFreeSociety]

No one is allergic to dairy, the dairy is toxic. The hormones they shoot up the cows with and the other toxin that I can't remember the name of is the issue. Plus the fact that it's heated up very high so that all of the nutrients are gone. That's why raw milk is best so long as you know the farmer & how they raise their cows.

[@oby-1607]

This was the best video yet watching your face after eating the hot pepper.

[@maxpower5680]

Love your vids and topics. How do you decide what topics to cover?

[@chuck4714]

I mean, she is a real doctor. She deals with this stuff day in day out.

[@maxpower5680]

@@chuck4714oh I get that but that’s what I mean… there are so many topics… but how does she decide which ones to do for her posts…

[@maryreinhardt2120]

A teaspoon of sugar helps. Another video, yeah. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kitefan1]

The chili nuts where I used to work swore by white bread rather than dairy.

[@yalieangami6233]

Mr. Mike is most welcome to attend 'Horn bill ' festival in Nagaland which is held every year from 1st Dec and participate in Naga King chilly eating competition. 😘💕👍👍

[@colonbrd761]

Hello Doctor. i always enjoy watching all your videos.they are great and very educational for our health.you are a super great Doctor.

[@serfranklin6022]

13:38 "i should have stuck with this one!" 🤣 The pain in her eyes 🥴😵😵‍💫😅

[@GazzyxGizzle]

I'm sorry Siobhan, but the part of the video where you're eating the peppers was really entertaining to me! 😂 It had me cracking up. Thanks for going thru the torture for us, your viewers 💞

[@ViolinMD]

Haha glad you enjoyed my suffering 😂😅🌶️🥵

[@PinkRose0910]

Moderation is important. Not everyone can handle even more mild stuff. Heartburn & upset stomach from tomatoes, citrus fruits,and chilies are a problem for some people even when consuming normal levels of spice. Acid Reflux and GERD are health issues.

[@davidz6490]

I think there is more to it than heat receptors in your mouth that shows if something is hot and spicy! I work in a grocery store overnight stocking shelves. Once a bottle of very hot sauce fell on the floor and smashed. It bleached the floor bright white and ate the wax off the floor!

[@OurFreeSociety]

Yup, I don't trust anything spicy. I got my VA to try & find me videos proving eating spicy lowers your IQ and/or harms your health, & she gave me this which wasn't helpful. I don't trust any whitecoat. They are very dangerous. Thanks for your comment. Just a note that vinegar is also very toxic. I only use it for washing things, that's how corrosive it is.

[@langolier9]

So you have the right look and the right speech patterns and you’re an MD yeah I subscribe the heck out of you and I’m probably gonna watch all your videos now❤❤❤

[@flaminjackson]

I love peppers and capsaicin. It's about moderation. It takes time to build a tolerance to capsaicin.

[@FredPilcher]

A friend of mine had an illness which made him insensitive to capsaicin. I wonder if Mike has has the same condition. BTW, what makes pepper hot is piperene - those things are chillis, members of the capsicum family, which secrete capsaicin. It's why they use it in OC (oleoresin capsicum) spray - not "pepper spray" - no piperene.

[@red_fog7615]

I have a Mexican friend who's really into spice and he said if you want to help with spice after eating something apply salt directly to you tongue it helps absorb the hot oils I guess seems to work pretty well

[@OurFreeSociety]

Thanks for the tip.

[@valdivia1234567]

I grow dozens of different chilis and make my own hot sauce. I've grown some Trinidad Scorpions and Trinidad 7 Pots, however, the overwhelming majority of chilis I grow are only mild to very hot, but I generally stay away from the 1M+ scoville chilis. Where I used to work, we were fortunate to have lunch catered in the office on Thursdays, so I always brought in bottles of hot sauce for co-workers to use and hopefully enjoy. About 5 years ago, I did make a novelty hot sauce from solely Scorpions and 7 Pots, so I brought in a 2 oz. bottle of it. I explained what was in it and how scorchingly hot it would be, so to be very careful. I asked if anybody wanted to try it, and a few people put a single drop on their food. Well one guy put the equivalent of a couple teaspoons on his fried chicken and mashed potatoes. I looked at him and said "Dude, WTF are you doing? You put way too much on. If you take a bite, just take a pea-size bite, etc." He said, "I'll be fine, I'm good." Well he was eating as normal and I kept looking at him and his face was flush and he was sweating a lot. I asked if he was ok, and he said, "Wow, that's so hot!" But he didn't look great. Well, he got up and disappeared. I didn't see him for about 45 minutes and we were all back at our desks in our big Google-type open office environment. One of my other co-workers came up to me and said "What's up with so and so?" I said, "I haven't seen him, he ate too much hot sauce and disappeared." The guy replied, "I just saw him wandering around the parking garage aimlessly, like he was lost." Well about 10 minutes later, he showed up and it looked like he just finished an Ironman. He proceeded to explain that he was out of it, took a while to get his shit together, etc. I told him I had been worried, but then we all started laughing like crazy. I said, "Dude, if you take that bottle home, keep it away from your kids, just like you would any other toxin in your home." I ended up naming that particular batch, "Spirit Walk". When eaten what I call "normally", the health benefits of chilis and capsaicin, far outweigh any downside, for most people. They're very healthy.

[@spelldaddy5386]

I'm a chef, and I sometimes have to work with chilis, primarily jalapeños. I have a low tolerance, so I'm always careful to wash my hands as soon as I finish working with them, and to wear gloves if I have a big batch. One of my coworkers is Mexican, and he routinely eats jalapeños as a snack the way one might eat mini bell peppers, or else slice up several peppers and add them to his omelet. I never understood how he could do that but I guess because he grew up with it he has high tolerance.

[@OurFreeSociety]

I can't stand spicy & unfortunately live in Mx now & when they say it's only a little bit spicy, that still means it's VERY spicy for me. And they add spicy when I tell them not spicy. Very low IQ here. Not just because of this, but everything else too.

[@danriu]

​@@OurFreeSocietyYou probably don't understand how resistance to capsaicin work, you are dumb for telling them to not add spicy, they are not adding it , you are the problem not them, many Mexican foods have chillies that are not spicy and just add flavor but for people as sensible as you it may still feel spicy, you are the low IQ one here, just keep eating plain foods and avoid everything that has chillies in it.

[@LouisFrayser]

Wow, you did really well!👏🏼

[@BasicDrumming]

I appreciate you and thank you for making content.

[@MrCarstennielsen]

Really appreciate your videos

[@zazzyzander]

You should do a video about all the hospitals and your favourite thing about that hospital and your favourite case and your hardest case

[@SkyHighMelody]

Thank you for making this video. Im still curious though about the relationship between heartburn, ulcers and spicy foods

[@celestialcircledance]

You could have talked about the health benefits as well when enjoyed in smaller quantities because I imagine there must be some!

[@rj7855]

Capsaicin has many pharmacological benefits to humans, such as treating chronic pain syndrome, anticancer effects, a hypoglycemic effect, treatment of hypertension and ischemic heart disease, antimicrobial effects, and anti-obesity effects

[@SMJCMKA]

Thanks for the science 🙂...I usually develop a wheeze after eating spicy food which goes after sometime..

[@DaveLopez575]

I want to share my thoughts on this video: Great video and very informative indeed. I do believe the title should be “Effects of consuming extremely spicy food on your organs” which is very 😂 long. I just think that’s more relevant. I have a peculiar case. I been eating hot peppers for a while. I was exposed as a child to eating New Mexican and Asian food. I developed the taste for spicier peppers in my 20s. Afterwards I developed congestive heart failure but it was congenital. I ended getting a heart transplant. I still eat some Habanero and Serrano peppers and I have had Carolina Reapers occasionally. I never eat peppers whole, that’s just extreme for me. My doctors didn’t say I couldn’t eat spicy food but I certainly moderate how much and how often I eat it. So, in my case there were no consequences from eating hot peppers. Everyone is different and everyone will react differently to different peppers. There are no scales or measurements, there is just moderation and enjoyment. Some like extremes and just like anything else, anything in excess can become an issue. I heard rumors that countries where they eat spicy food have less gastrointestinal cancer cases. Is that true? Peace and happy new year!🎈🎆🎊

[@bridgetgidget72]

Omg! The skin crackling thing... once, I lived out in the country with zero resources. I knew someone who's cat had kittens and this happened to one of them. I named her Bubbles 😢. None of the kittens made it. Later, I was able to school the person on the importance of taurine for cats. But the bubble-wrap-popping-skin, I could never understand how/why that happened. RIP Bubbles

[@Stark_dan97]

I like spicy food but I wouldn’t even attempt eating the Carolina reaper.

[@Mr_Wheels74]

Major props for even TRYING those peppers. WAY more guts then me! LOL

[@elcidgaming]

very delicious episode. I imagine putting those chilis in cornstarch batter and deepfrying them. I was constantly thinking that that I cannot really focus much XD

[@think2086]

If you are going to eat spicy and are scared, please have the following on hand: a) a bag of frozen mango and blueberries b) bananas c) yogurt Make a smoothie. There is some important interaction between yogurt and chili peppers. Indeed, one can cultivate yogurt from adding the stem of a chili pepper to milk in a jar and leaving in a warm spot. And adding chili peppers to a tub of any sort of basic dairy (milk, cream, or even yogurt) and then using kitchen shears to cut up the chili pepper into the dairy, and leaving will result in a very thick, cheese-like, culture in no time. There's definitely a very important interaction happening between the cultures of yogurt and chili peppers and I think it has a protective effect in the gut because it makes it so much easier to deal with them that way. I think it is because our gut relies on linings produced by bacteria to protect it from blunt attacks by the foods going through it. Anyway, the reason for the smoothie is that blueberries also do a great job of providing a very very good lining for your colon and you should have them on hand for EMERGENCY purposes if nothing else. Nothing like a blueberry mat in your poo to soothe your gut, and flush out baddies. You need that spone-like fruit fiber to sooth, heal, flush, and line at the same time.

[@airethomasberlinger5575]

Lemon makes it so much freaking worse. What are you doing? I love spicy food. I’ve been eating spicy food mostly all my life but like a couple of days ago I don’t know what was happening. I just felt so lightheaded, dizzy all of the above basically in my chest was hurting And I’m not Mexican but I eat a lot of spicy food but thank you for sharing your video. I really appreciate it and I appreciate everything you do for other people and thank you for making my day so much better for watching your videos because when I watch your videos, I always have a smile on my face

[@dacisky]

I like spicy food,but only in the medium range.Excellent video.

[@ashleycook6025]

This is one of my favorite ways to snack, particularly if I've had a period of low mood. Spicy snack with a sweet/acidic beverage and holding out as long as I can. And then a small creamy sweet treat. This also used to be the way I planned after workout meals.

[@f.n.schlub]

@Violin MD -- Remember your primary school chemistry ... salt neutralizes acid.

[@normanicole4714]

I really love scotch bonnets because there is some variability in how spicy they are. Its kinda like culinary Russian roulette.

[@susanlisson7066]

Orange juice works well to calm the burn too. If I eat a heavily spiced meal I usually drink 100% orange juice if I don’t feel like having milk. I still haven’t tried a reaper as yet, the hottest I’ve tried is ghost peppers but there is a new hottest pepper available now called pepper X. Thank you for this video. I never knew it was possible for a person to die from eating a really spicy pepper. More people should be aware of the risk of death by capsaicin.

[@AlThurayya7]

Didn't know the one chip challenge was lethal/discontinued! This was interesting to learn, had no idea how dangerous it could potentially be.. Ngl was very disappointed when you pulled out the jalapeño.. I was thinking it was pointless, but then you pulled out the scotch bonnet and I was scared for you, esp being a newbie xD Hot sauce used to be my ketchup.. I used have econa hot sauce by itself sometimes cos I loved the flavour so much.. Tried a tiny bite of scotch bonnet on the bus with my friend and was dying in pain, it was like my mouth being stabbed it just hurt man.. I found BROWN SUGAR was the thing that helped me the most! Now, I find cracked peppercorns and raw garlic spicy 😂🙈 (started getting stomach issues as I got older so can't really eat spicy foods anymore food anymore 😅)

[@OurFreeSociety]

That just proves to me how toxic spicy food is. Thanks

[@lucythevaliantbookreader7639]

At high school this last year, there was a student who brought this smushed/salsa Carolina Reaper, and after he said it was the top 2 or 3 spiciest peppers IN THE WORLD, ofc my curiosity kicked in, so I tried a small spoonful, and MAN. That was nothing like I've ever felt before! I could feel it in my esophagus, burning in my stomach- my mouth was on FIRE, but specifically, my tongue BURNED. I could feel the air brushing my tongue as I breathed in and out and it hurt so bad to breathe and just function normally lol for a bit. I'm glad I tried it but definitely know your limits and don't always dive headfirst into things just because you're curious or because of peer pressure, your safety and health matters first

[@OurFreeSociety]

Most people are insecure followers & that harms them & all of Humanity. Thanks for realizing that. I know you were just testing it out of curiosity, but we all have emotional issues. If you want my alternative therapy page, reach out. I'm glad you are safe.

[@DynamixWarePro]

About 8-10 years ago, I used eat one spicy food item a day and I noticed that didn't go a day without having food that either had a bit of spice or cheese in it (or both as I liked spicy food and cheese. While I like spicy food, very spicy food can upset my stomach, so since then I stopped eating spicy good every. When I do now eat spicy food (several times a week usually), I tend to stick to mild spices or eat sweet or bell peppers instead of very hot ones.

[@malinia.20]

There's nothing inherently unhealthy about spicy food, so I don't know why you're talking about it like it's added sugar or something that you were forced to avoid for your health.

[@DynamixWarePro]

@@malinia.20 I realise I didn't explain myself properly. I have modified my comment to make more sense. I didn't mean spicy food was unhealthy as I know that isn't true. Years ago, I was eating spicy food every day, but I also wasn't eating that healthily so I ended up changing my diet so I could get healthier. It wasn't due to the spicy food, but some spicy food can upset my stomach so I cut back on eating spicy food to a few times a week at most and prefer milder spices.

[@BetterWayLiving]

Jalapeños with a pointy end are usually hotter than jalapeños with a rounded end. Same for Hatch chilis

[@OurFreeSociety]

Thanks for the info. I won't ever eat them, but good to know.

[@Doc_Fartens]

Wouldn't the Reaper's 2,200,000 SHU be around 1,000 times hotter than the jalapeno's 2,500SHU and not 100?

[@ViolinMD]

Yes you’re right - good catch!

[@aenigmaticus_ca]

​@ViolinMD The Scoville Scale is logarithmic, not linear. It is many times hotter then that!

[@srdau2]

@@aenigmaticus_ca Nonsense. It’s absolutely a linear scale.

[@tonytango6676]

I am only halfway through your video as you describing the first study with the rice Krispies feeling. Your video has validated my feelings for not eating these.😊

[@malinia.20]

Wait are you Indian and Irish, Dr. Siobhan? This video is so interesting. I can't imagine dying or having a seizure or heart attack from eating spicy food. But spicy food does actually have health benefits as long as you're not overdoing it and eating something that's dangerous, like a plain Carolina Reaper. Up to a certain point, it's just kind of fun to have food that has another sensory aspect to it besides just taste. But chili peppers also add a flavor component, not just heat, as long as you don't use enough that the burning sensation overwhelms the taste of the food. The subtle adrenaline rush from spicy food distracts me from the adrenaline rushes caused by things like anxiety and PTSD. But now I finally understand why people eat Carolina Reapers. It's so fascinating that you can actually sort of get high that way.

[@jimsteinmanfan80]

I'd love a follow up video about how phenylcapsaicin, with a phenyl group attached to capsaicin bridged by a triple bond, might affect the organs, which organs will benefit and which won't.

[@scotttovey]

I don't eat spicy foods all that much. I prefer not having my mouth on fire. I did take some oregano extract a few years back when I heard of it on the radio. It was the first time I ever experienced what amounts to an asthma attack. To resolve the situation I grabbed a couple slices of bread and began eating them.

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

Capsaicin, the pungent ingredient of red hot chili peepers, has been shown to have anti-cancer activities in several cancer cells, including prostate cancer. Several molecular mechanisms have been proposed on its chemopreventive action, including ceramide accumulation, endoplasmic reticulum stress induction and NFκB inhibition. However, the precise mechanisms by which capsaicin exerts its anti-proliferative effect in prostate cancer cells remain questionable.

[@pedroalcaraz-perea9487]

Thank you for this video!

[@cindypelletier9365]

Interesting to see your heart rate go up. Thanks for the great information! 🌶🔥

[@elcidgaming]

hey...piece of advice..hot coffee with heavy creamer works really well. believe me its based on experience. I am lactose intollerant too

[@Yupppi]

How did you know I have a baby mouth and I just upgraded to hot from medium? I know runner's high and the good feel after the gym, but I've only ever experienced pain from hot things. Although slowly getting to tolerate a bit more it's been a nice addition to the food palette of tastes and experiences (in small enough moderation). Clever wording. In the beginning you said that's a carolina reaper and you've been challenged to take a bite out of it. But then you said just "if you've come to this video just to see me suffer, skip to the end" where you ate other peppers. Technically you didn't say you'd bite that carolina reaper, but I still feel tricked.

[@mgtv5482]

Is there any risk of using high doses of ginger root?

[@charitykelley4959]

I so want her as a doctor!

[@jesscaballero8808]

Hello, I am a Mexican chick who grew up in Mx and loves spicy food. Someone may have already mentioned it but: Jalapeños being spicy is actually like tossing a coin, some are spicy and some are just a pepper. If you want to build tolerance to spicy food start with putting Tajin chili powder on your fruit, most foreigners enjoy it quite a bit. I put it on mango, orange, cucumber, watermelon and cup noodles, just to give you some examples.