Peppers contain a molecule called capsaicin, and it's responsible for how hot a variety is. Measured in Scoville Heat Units ...

Bell peppers are a staple in the produce section and have a score of zero on the Scoville scale. Green bell peppers have a more bitter flavour profile than orange and yellow bell peppers, while red ...

We spoke to experts about how spicy food affects the body, whether it's healthy, and the potential benefits and risks to know ...

Hot peppers’ spicy heat is measured in Scoville heat units, named for Wilbur Scoville. The level of heat was originally determined by a panel of individual tasters. (Tetiana Kolubai/Dreamstime) Don’t ...