Chili peppers have passionate fans around the world—not just for their fiery heat, but also for the rich, bold flavor they bring to dishes.
In Yakuzen (based on traditional Chinese medicine), chili peppers are valued for their warming properties. They are often used to dispel internal cold and help relieve cold-related discomforts such as stomachaches, joint pain, and even stiff shoulders.
Their ability to stimulate circulation and promote sweating makes them especially helpful during colder seasons and rainy and muggy seasons.

However, it’s important to enjoy chili peppers in moderation. Overconsumption may lead to side effects, particularly for individuals with a heat-dominant constitution or those with sensitive or weak stomachs. 
Always listen to your body and adjust accordingly.

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

How do chili peppers help you?

1. Dispel cold
2. Warm the spleen and stomach
3. Improve the spleen function and digestion
4. Promote blood circulation

Good for the following symptoms

1. Cold-related pains
2. Poor appetite
3. Indigestion
4. Chilblain

Japanese home dishes with chili peppers

1. Pickled Japanese Turnip
2. Stir-fried eggplant & bell pepper with miso sauce

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. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen.