Chilli pepper has big fans all over the world. Yes, it's not only hot and induces sweating, but also adds nice flavors to your food. In Yakuzen, chili pepper has been used for dispelling cold and relieving cold-related pains such as stomachache and joint pains. Also, it can help you relieve stiff shoulders.
However, please remember that consuming too much could cause side effects, especially for people with over-heated body conditions.

Nature – Hot (熱)
Channels – Heart (心), Spleen (脾)
Flavor – Pungent (辛)

How does chili pepper help you?

1. Dispels cold.

2. Warms your spleen and stomach.

3. Improves spleen function and digestion.

4. Promotes blood circulation.

Good for the following symptoms.

1. Cold-related pains

2. Poor appetite

3. Indigestion

4. Chilblain

Cautions

It's very important to know about your body conditions before choosing foods.
Do not eat too much of particular foods at once.
Do not eat the foods you are allergic to.
There are foods to avoid if you are pregnant / have a disease and also for children. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen food therapy.