While there is no doubt that adding some spiciness to our food makes it taste better, the heat that we enjoyed during the meal might increase our chances of developing dementia.

Seriously???

Researchers from Qatar University and University of South Australia studied 4582 Chinese adults aged 55 and above for 15 years, and found that those who consumed over 50 grams of chili a day “had almost double the risk of memory decline and poor cognition.”

They also discovered that the decline in memory was more significant in slimmer people. 

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However, the link is not yet been confirmed and further researches are needed to explain the link.

Anyway, as a spicy food lover, will this study make you think twice before adding the kick to your meal next time? *wink*

Source: Daily Mirror, Alzheimer’s Society

Cover photo: HuffPost Australia || The Health Site