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    • Are Ghost Chilis Dangerous To Eat?

    Are Ghost Chili Dangerous To Eat?

    Because of its intense spice which equates to 350 jalapeño peppers, the ghost chili developed a reputation as the most brutal thing anyone can eat. Being a former Guiness Book of Record-holder as the spiciest chili on the planet, the ghost chili quickly got the attention of chili enthusiasts, farmers, and culinary daredevils alike. While everyone raves about the ghost chili, the question on every first timer is this: is it safe to eat these little pods of hell? Can man withstand ingesting something that has the spice almost similar to a bottle of standard-issued pepper spray? For more great questions and answers check out Ghost Peppers FAQ.

    Surprisingly, the answer is yes. It is more than safe to ingest these menacingly spicy crops from the mountainous regions of India and Bangladesh. When the intense spice kicks in, the body releases endorphins that are actually good for the body. The spice will also make you sweat, which is always good for detoxification. No wonder farmers and locals from India use the ghost chili as a cure for stomach pains.

    Although the ghost chili may seem more like a health supplement than a devastatingly spicy pepper, think again. It’s so spicy that eating it feels like gargling  300 jalapeño peppers mixed with all the chili powder in a fireman’s pantry. Some say that when spice begins to spread throughout the body, it sends a pressure that wants to escape trough the scalp. Others who have tried it say that eating it is like scraping the insides of your body with a sharp comb that’s dipped in chili sauce. Although these descriptions might intimidate any beginner, it doesn’t scare a whole bunch of people and spice enthusiasts from getting a taste of the second spiciest chili on Earth.

    Ghost peppers are so spicy that gloves should be worn when handling them, and it is important to clear the eye from any contact with the ghost chili. It will sting as much as a pepper spray will. There are many ghost chili recipes that are enjoyed daily by Americans, including ghost chili wings, dip, salsa and even ice cream. It’s just a matter of time before the ghost chili is fully accepted in the culinary world as a main ingredient in dishes, and it’s safe to say that the ghost chili is far from being dangerous to eat.