New Study Concludes: The Spiciness of Ginger and Chili Proven Effective in Combatting Cancerous Tumors

A new study by the American Chemical Society concludes that the spiciness from the combination of ginger root and chili pepper is highly effective in fighting cancerous tumors.

The central question of the research was whether the common assumption is correct that consuming spicy chili peppers actually increases the likelihood of developing cancerous tumors — due to the capsaicin (the active component in pepper spray) it contains.

However, in the new study, researchers succeeded in disproving this assumption, which was based on previous studies, and concluded that capsaicin may actually heal cancerous tumors when combined with the active ingredients of ginger.

Biologically, capsaicin causes prolonged neural stimulation and transmits a sensation of 'hot pain' in the body. Nevertheless, it has many medical uses and is known as an analgesic and pain reliever, sometimes for periods of up to several days. Some doctors incorporate capsaicin in the treatment of severe burn victims, and in cases of arthritis.

In the framework of the research, 'natural' treatments by this method were performed on mice suffering from lung cancer. To the researchers' surprise, of the two test groups, only 20 percent of the mice showed negative results indicating the spread of cancerous metastases in the lungs.

However, the researchers caution that despite the promising results of this study, one must not forget that it is an especially spicy compound, and it is not suitable for everyone. It is advisable for anyone to consult their professional doctor before making any dietary changes, "even if the results appear promising," they say.