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Capsaicin (8-methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide) ( or ) is an active component of chili peppers, which are plants belonging to the genus Capsicum. It is a chemical irritant for mammals, including humans, and produces a sensation of burning in any tissue with which it comes into contact. Capsaicin and several related amides (capsaicinoids) are produced as secondary metabolites by chili peppers, likely as deterrents against certain mammals and fungi. Pure capsaicin is a hydrophobic, colorless, highly pungent (i.e., spicy) crystalline solid.

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    Using Capsaicin to Get Really High

    Hi there. I'm a frequent enjoyer of spicy foods. Buffalo wings, tabasco, Thai food, chips, you name it. I find that my sleep and mood improve after I ingest spicy foods. I've been experimenting with different sources as well, from jalapeno peppers to pure capsaicin extract, at 16 million...
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