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Spicy: the love of many, the torture of many others. Spicy is one of the most controversial condiments in Western food, which means we often don’t know how to appreciate it and don’t get all the benefits it has to offer our health. To celebrate International Spicy Food Day, we give you 5 reasons to start introducing spicy food into your diet now!<\/p>\n

It’s true, there are countless advantages to introducing spicy food into your diet. It’s no coincidence that it’s at the heart of many cuisines, such as Mexican and Indian. But what makes spicy food so special? Find out:<\/p>\n

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  1. It’s a great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
    <\/strong>It’s true, capsaicin, present in spicy food, has a high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect, contributing to the fight against aging and preventing various diseases! If you’re looking for perfect skin and a healthy body, it’s time to introduce spicy food into your diet!<\/li>\n
  2. Helps with weight loss
    <\/strong><\/strong>Spiciness has a thermogenic effect, causing an increase in body temperature. Do you know what this means? The body uses more energy and therefore burns more calories. So if you want to speed up your metabolism, you really need to start spicing up your recipes and introducing spicy food into your diet!
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  3. A great ally for your heart
    <\/strong>Did you know that spice increases blood flow? It is also responsible for reducing salt intake, as the use of this spice means that food doesn’t need as much seasoning. On the other hand, it is also a strong ally in the fight against cholesterol, reducing its levels in the body. All these characteristics put spicy food at the forefront when it comes to preventing and treating cardiovascular diseases, proving that you really need to start introducing spicy food into your weekly diet!
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  4. Colds? Not a chance!
    <\/strong>Need more reasons to introduce spicy food into your diet? Here’s one more: spicy food contains numerous antimicrobial and antiviral properties, helping to prevent those pesky colds and flu that leave you with a runny nose. Start betting on this trick now and you’ll see that next winter, there won’t be so many sneezes in the house!<\/li>\n
  5. Say no to pain!
    <\/strong>This is really good news! In addition to its anti-inflammatory powers, spicy food also has a strong analgesic effect. If you suffer from arthritis, for example, try introducing spicy food into your diet. It could really make a difference to your quality of life!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you’ve reached the end of this article, you have no excuse not to start introducing spicy food into your diet. There are countless delicious dishes and recipes you can make at home. Why not try this type of food on your next visit to the supermarket? Use your Euroticket Refei\u00e7\u00e3o<\/a> and gather all the ingredients you need to spice up your meals!<\/p>\n\n\n


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