News: Spicy Food Is Affecting Your Lifespan

Some like it hot, and those people have a lower risk of premature death as well. That’s according to a new study out of Harvard Medical School that’s making waves in the scientific community.

The four-year study analyzed the habits of almost half a million men and women from China and found that those who ate spicy foods as little as three days per week were less likely to die during the study period than those who avoided the hot stuff. What’s the link between heat and health?

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us News: Spicy Food Is Affecting Your Lifespan Some like it hot, and those people have a lower risk of premature death as well. That’s according to a new study out of Harvard Medical School that’s making waves in the scientific community. The four-year study analyzed the habits of almost half a million men and women from China and found that those who ate spicy foods as little as three days per week were less likely to die during the study period than those who avoided the hot stuff. What’s the link between heat and health? Nicholas English Content Manager of About.com Health Healthier Teeth and 8 More Reasons to Eat More Chilis    READ NOW 3 Ways Spicy Food Can Promote Weight Loss    READ NOW Does Chili Really Lower Your Cholesterol? READ NOW 15 Fat-Burning Spicy Recipes    READ NOW Trending Now • When Should You See a Doctor for Your Back Pain? • 10 Essential Exercises for Women Over 50 • The Complete Guide to Avoiding a Stroke • The 10 Most Deadly Cancers for Men • The Incredible Shrinking Vagina • 6 Healthy Foods in the Center Aisle Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

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