Towards the end (at 11:35), Dan Niu mentioned "hydroxy-alpha-sanschool" and suggested that we shouldn't take it to our heart. But that is exactly what intrigued me the most, because (1) it once again showed that Dan Niu did his homework, and (2) hydroxy-alpha-sanschool (HAS), a natural amide alkaloid found in the fruits of Sichuan peppers, has many potential health benefits. 👉 HAS may help regulate lipid metabolism in several ways, including increasing energy consumption. 👉 HAS may help with digestion by stimulating digestive enzymes and relieving symptoms like bloating and indigestion. (Many of us had heard that spicy food could help people lose weight. That was not without scientific backing, given the potential health benefits of HAS stated above. But the effects will vary among individuals.) 👉 The numbing and tingling sensation of Sichuan peppers, from which HAS is often derived, may have analgesic effects, meaning it HAS can provide pain relief. 👉 A joint study published in November, 2023 by researchers from Sichuan University, University of Electronic Science and Technology, People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region found that HAS has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. 2% HAS lotion is as effective as 10% benzoyl peroxide gel. However, HAS had a faster onset than benzoyl peroxide gel and better tolerated by users (patients with mild to moderate acne). In short, in addition to the potential health benefits, HAS can be useful in the realm of skin care as well. That spicy noodle bowl looked delicious. The Chinese metropolis of Chongqing is famous for spicy food. It is a paradise for spicy food lovers. It is plus that Dan Niu appears to have a high tolerance of spicy food, because that will make your travel in Chongqing a lot more fun. Interesting content. Thanks for sharing!
