Ghost Peppers

Extreme care should be taken when ingesting the pepper and its seeds. Take small nibbles first to judge your particular tolerance to the pepper's heat. These little devils are called "Ghost Chili" or "Ghost Pepper" because if you were to pop a whole one in your mouth and eat it, you could feel like a ghost or wish you were dead. Use caution when handling them (gloves are highly recommended) especially when chopping or cutting the fruit since the oleoresin of the chilies will stick well to your hands. Rubbing your eyes or nose after handling the peppers may transfer the oleoresin to sensitive body parts and open up a new world of long lasting burning sensations and pain in those areas. No fooling, these little beauties are beastly HOT!

Based on personal experience, after a slight nibble of the fruit you can experience intense heat sensations in your mouth almost instantly. Swallow the piece and you will feel the heat go down your esophagus and into you stomach where the burning sensation may continue for up to 20 minutes. About an hour and a half later it is possible to experience the pepper's laxative effects, although major burning down in the nether regions does not seem to be overly severe or long lasting (however that may vary with the amount of Ghost chili eaten). Perspiration caused by the peppers may last up to two hours, especially on the scalp. If you are a dedicated chili fanatic you will love the intense rush these little monsters can deliver!