Today, chilis are the most widely cultivated spice crop in the world - grown everywhere from their native home in the Americas to Europe, Africa, and Asia. But how and why did chilis evolve this weird, fiery trick in the first place? And...

SciShow’s hot take: Peppers don’t produce that spicy goodness for the reason you think!

Despite some bold claims, most supplements can’t really "boost" your metabolism, and the actual changes we can make to it are pretty limited.

These animals can detect heat through some fascinating biological mechanisms, and they are proving to be boons to the scientific community.

Generally, humans try to avoid getting stung by insects. However, in the name of science, the betterment of humanity, and pure curiosity, there are brave people out there who willingly subject themselves to the business end...

Why does alcohol cause that burning sensation on its way down?

We didn't understand how our bodies processed pain until recently. From hot peppers to slamming your hand in a drawer, recent research suggests that pain from various sources can be processed in a surprisingly similar way.

Some people might bemoan the inevitable onset of the meat sweats after a particularly meaty meal, but this phenomenon may not be as inevitable—or real—as we're led to believe.

When you take a bite of a hot pepper, your body reacts as if your mouth is on fire -- because that's essentially what you've told your brain! Rose Eveleth details the science and history behind spicy foods, giving insights into why some...

Sometimes your body won't let you forget that spicy burrito you had yesterday!

SciShow’s hot take: Peppers don’t produce that spicy goodness for the reason you think!

Adventurous eaters are constantly on the hunt for the next hottest thing, but you definitely don't want to eat the hottest chemical we know of!

Some people can eat raw jalapeños like they're apples. Why do some people have a high tolerance for spicy food while others can't stand it?

Spicy food is delicious, but how does it affect our health?

A Quick Question answer that explains the chemistry that makes minty things taste “cool” and spicy things taste “hot”.

Genetically modifying plants and animals is complicated business, but some scientists think this tool could be used to save lives in a variety of ways.

Health and Nutritional Benefits of Hot Peppers

Dr. Boyd explains the chemical in pepper spray that causes irritation, and he also explains what to do if you are ever exposed to pepper spray. Minute 0:00 – Introduction Minute 0:07 – Background Minute 0:33 – Explanation of chemicals...

Weird History Food is gonna burn your tongue with some Facts About Spicy Foods. Whether sitting down to enjoy an authentically made dish, or grabbing a quick snack, those who love the thrill of a tingly palate accompanied by a runny nose...

Not all spicy sensations are the same, so what does “spicy” actually mean?

In this video, we explore the active ingredient in hot peppers, capsaicin, and discuss its biosynthesis, mechanisms, & metabolism.

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That final product was 10ml of capsaicin oil, I put some on a toothpick and it burned my lips for 20<b<br/>r/> minutes D:

What else can i do with this interesting piece of equipment?

This video is simply a fun visual exploring how hot various peppers are based on the Scoville Scale.

It's a mad, mad, mad mad world of Basque peppers featuring a virtual who's who of the pepper variety kingdom. Manuel Recio, of Viridian Farms, takes us on a guided tour of the star-studded attractions peppered throughout his farm.