Some Like it Hot

The "heat" of chili peppers was historically measured in Scoville heat units (SHU). The modern method for measuring SHU uses high-performance liquid chromatography to directly measure the capsaicinoid content of a chili pepper variety. Pure capsaicin measures 16,000,000 SHU.

When consumed, capsaicinoids bind with pain receptors in the mouth and throat that are responsible for sensing heat. Once activated by the capsaicinoids, these receptors send a message to the brain that the person has consumed something hot. The brain responds to the burning sensation by raising the heart rate, increasing perspiration and release of endorphins. Now you know!!

Some of the world's hottest chili peppers are:
Carolina Reaper 2.2M SHU
Trinidad Moruga Scorpion 2.0M SHU
Bhut Joloki 3.3M SHU also known as Ghost Pepper
Trinidad Scorpion Butch T 1.463M SHU
Naga Viper 1.4M SHU
Infinity chilli 1.2M SHU[26]

Some Like it Hot………………….some of us don’t!!