It’s hard to deny the popularity of the chili pepper (Capsicum annuum). This fiery fruit originated in Mexico thousands of years ago. Over the last few centuries, it’s become an indispensable ingredient in cuisines around the world.
Today, Asian-Pacific countries dominate the hot pepper market, but there’s a growing devotion in the West as well. A global shortage of the popular sriracha hot sauce in 2023 reportedly led some sriracha fans to pay as much as $150 for a bottle that typically costs five bucks.
Peppers do much more than spice up food. Research shows that chilies can relieve pain, reduce blood pressure, lower your risk of Type 2 diabetes, and may even help you lose weight....
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