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How Can I Reduce The Threat of Blood Clots With Chili Peppers?

Pepper Away Stroke Risk

German researchers discovered as early as 1965, that chili peppers are good for the blood as a fibrinolytic (clot-dissolving) stimulant. Thai doctors credit the regular consumption of chili peppers as a reason thromboembolism (life-threatening blood clots) are rare among the Thais, especially when compared to the Americans. This amazing effect occurs after consuming chili peppers and although the effect is short-lived, scientists believe that the regular consumption of chili peppers helps reduce the risk with each intake of the peppers. So, break out those peppers and help your body keep blood clot threats at bay.

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