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Does eating spicy food actually speed up your metabolism?

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  • What the research shows (modest short-term thermogenic effect)
  • How much the effect matters in practice (minimal for most people)
  • Capsaicin supplement research vs. dietary intake
  • Calorie burn comparison (not dramatic)
  • Why it won't replace exercise