Whats everyones favourite meal
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From the Wik :
Capsaicin is currently used in topical ointments to relieve the pain of peripheral neuropathy such as post-herpetic neuralgia caused by shingles. It may be used in concentrations of between 0.025% and 0.075%.
It may also be used as a cream for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains and sprains. The treatment typically involves the application of a topical anesthetic until the area is numb. Then the capsaicin is applied by a therapist wearing rubber gloves and a face mask. The capsaicin remains on the skin until the patient starts to feel the "heat", at which point it is promptly removed. Capsaicin is also available in large adhesive bandages that can be applied to the back.
The result appears to be that the nerves are overwhelmed from the burning sensation and are unable to report pain for an extended period of time. With chronic exposure to capsaicin, neurons are depleted of neurotransmitters and it leads to reduction in sensation of pain and blockade of neurogenic inflammation. If capsaicin is removed, the neurons recover.
I would venture that it's the same as putting Deep Heat in your mouth.
Krissr.
STAY.AWAY.
Capsaicin is currently used in topical ointments to relieve the pain of peripheral neuropathy such as post-herpetic neuralgia caused by shingles. It may be used in concentrations of between 0.025% and 0.075%.
It may also be used as a cream for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains and sprains. The treatment typically involves the application of a topical anesthetic until the area is numb. Then the capsaicin is applied by a therapist wearing rubber gloves and a face mask. The capsaicin remains on the skin until the patient starts to feel the "heat", at which point it is promptly removed. Capsaicin is also available in large adhesive bandages that can be applied to the back.
The result appears to be that the nerves are overwhelmed from the burning sensation and are unable to report pain for an extended period of time. With chronic exposure to capsaicin, neurons are depleted of neurotransmitters and it leads to reduction in sensation of pain and blockade of neurogenic inflammation. If capsaicin is removed, the neurons recover.
I would venture that it's the same as putting Deep Heat in your mouth.
Krissr.
STAY.AWAY.
Hottest thing I've ever eaten was a whole habanero pepper, seeds and all, in two bites. I handled it for about 30 seconds and then couldn't take anymore. My eyes watered so bad, my nose ran, and I made the mistake of rubbing my eyes with my hands. Needless to say, the whites of my eyes turned, quite literally, completely red. The endorphin rush made me feel a bit stoned and I looked like I'd been on a three day tequila bender and then had been kicked in the junk. It was also nearly as spicy coming out the next day. And just as red.
If I had to pick one food forever, health/nutrition concerns aside, it would have to be pizza. Pizza with the equivalent of one dead medium-sized animal on it in terms of meat. Our old mate Craig would be proud.
If I had to pick one food forever, health/nutrition concerns aside, it would have to be pizza. Pizza with the equivalent of one dead medium-sized animal on it in terms of meat. Our old mate Craig would be proud.
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