Appetite October 2012 PMID 22634197

Capsaicinoids and capsinoids. A potential role for weight management? A systematic review of the evidence.

Stephen Whiting, Emma Derbyshire, B K Tiwari

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What people are saying

The overall tone indicates cautious optimism about the article's findings, with posts highlighting specific figures like burning an extra 50 calories daily, and phrases such as 'may help' and 'potential role' reflecting tentative support. Terms like 'research suggests' and hashtags like '#health' emphasize a blend of curiosity and preliminary endorsement without overstatement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most comments agree that capsaicinoids could play a small but meaningful role in weight management, with some skepticism about the extent of their effect.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show moderate interest, especially among those intrigued by how spicy foods might influence metabolism and weight loss.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Responses generally share brief comments or retweets, indicating some engagement but without deep analysis or critique.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest recognition of the potential impact of this research on dietary strategies, but the emphasis is more on novelty than immediate change.

Abstract in brief

  • Capsaicinoids are chemicals found in chili peppers that may help with weight management by increasing energy use, promoting fat oxidation, and reducing appetite.
  • Research shows that consuming capsaicinoids can boost daily energy expenditure by about 50 kcal, which could lead to significant weight loss over 1-2 years, and also decrease abdominal fat and hunger.
  • While not a cure-all, these compounds could be a useful addition to weight management strategies, although their exact mechanism—likely involving the TRPV1 receptor—is not fully understood.

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Kristen Jakobitz
@KristenJakobitz · X

#Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 50 calories a day, which equates to about 5 pounds a year. https://t.co/Q2hw5XCCzO #health #metabolism https://t.co/lXvA2pENLe

Sep 4, 2020 · 17 likes · 13 shares · 19,653 followers View post →
Shakeel Ahmad
@ShakeelPakhtun · X

#Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 50 calories a day, which equates to about 5 pounds a year. https://t.co/abBNhV0cbG #health #metabolism https://t.co/20iU2W9DWK Via @KristenJakobitz

Sep 5, 2020 · 10 likes · 8 shares · 10,137 followers View post →
KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/QoAx5lVygs

Jul 28, 2025 · 4 likes · 52,145 followers View post →
KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/QoAx5lVygs https://t.co/c0C76c6Oqq https://t.co/XLcgC6Ftoo

Apr 20, 2025 · 4 likes · 52,145 followers View post →
eira
@loveruexo · X

Sources Adaptive thermogenesis https://t.co/aOpkmUv7Ci , https://t.co/aOpkmUv7Ci coffee https://t.co/wrsfJw5iXm tea https://t.co/tDLZvyghBo water https://t.co/DDx0kndiJf skipping breakfast https://t.co/wnG9OJn8Df chilli peppers https://t.co/5PbT3FBCtD

Feb 12, 2025 · 4 likes · 299 followers View post →
Bruno de la Rocha - CRN2 19064
@Keto_Dude · X

Nov 15, 2021 · 1 like · 14,059 followers View post →

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KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/QoAx5lVygs

Jul 28, 2025 · 4 likes · 52,145 followers View post →
KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/QoAx5lVygs https://t.co/c0C76c6Oqq https://t.co/XLcgC6Ftoo

Apr 20, 2025 · 4 likes · 52,145 followers View post →
eira
@loveruexo · X

Sources Adaptive thermogenesis https://t.co/aOpkmUv7Ci , https://t.co/aOpkmUv7Ci coffee https://t.co/wrsfJw5iXm tea https://t.co/tDLZvyghBo water https://t.co/DDx0kndiJf skipping breakfast https://t.co/wnG9OJn8Df chilli peppers https://t.co/5PbT3FBCtD

Feb 12, 2025 · 4 likes · 299 followers View post →
Tsuki
@Tsuki_ · X

Capsaicinoids and capsinoids. A potential role for weight management? A systematic review of the evidence https://t.co/VtY0JxGYAk

Dec 28, 2022 · 1,404 followers View post →
Research Your Food
@RYFcom · X

Research suggests that hot and #spicyfood may help you in weight loss.... #hotandspicyfoodday #ResearchYourFood https://t.co/5jYqlE0PT7

Jan 16, 2022 · 18 followers View post →
Bruno de la Rocha - CRN2 19064
@Keto_Dude · X

Nov 15, 2021 · 1 like · 14,059 followers View post →
Reilaos
@Reilaos · X

@amisometimes TIME FOR OVERANALYSIS: Spicy food increases metabolism to about 50 extra kCal/day https://t.co/gcmrDBwaFY 50 kCal/day is about... 2.4 watts. So like a 30th of the heat of an incandescent light bulb. That's technically warmer? BUT (cont)

Mar 26, 2021 · 1 like · 132 followers View post →
Alma Cardi
@almacardi · X

Top story: Capsaicinoids and capsinoids. A potential role for weight management? A systematic review of the evidence - PubMed https://t.co/z58MuJLTn3, see more https://t.co/CBwXi3CAyB

Sep 5, 2020 · 2,987 followers View post →
Pakhtun
@Pakhtun14474611 · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 9 followers View post →
Muni Sanchez
@MunniSanchez · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 1,957 followers View post →
Public health
@BattagramTimes · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 115 followers View post →
P-Health Specialist
@DeshaniSays · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 5 followers View post →
Pakhtoon Khan
@Iamdeshani · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 33 followers View post →
Mahnoor Baloch
@RealMahnoor · X

RT @ShakeelPakhtun: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 5…

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 shares · 7,792 followers View post →
Shakeel Ahmad
@ShakeelPakhtun · X

#Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 50 calories a day, which equates to about 5 pounds a year. https://t.co/abBNhV0cbG #health #metabolism https://t.co/20iU2W9DWK Via @KristenJakobitz

Sep 5, 2020 · 10 likes · 8 shares · 10,137 followers View post →
Vincent
@anyangu_vincent · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 3,815 followers View post →
similo nkala
@similonkala · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 1,246 followers View post →
Mohamed
@mohamadani · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 338 followers View post →
Dr. Kasenene
@drkasenene · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 183,191 followers View post →
Elizabeth Wallace
@ElizaWallace27 · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 16,705 followers View post →
Healthy4UIE
@healthyforyouIE · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 3,289 followers View post →
Dr Andrew Suleh MD
@andrewsuleh · X

RT @KristenJakobitz: #Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra…

Sep 4, 2020 · 13 shares · 67,846 followers View post →
Kristen Jakobitz
@KristenJakobitz · X

#Research suggests consuming 135–150 milligrams of capsaicin (found in chili #peppers) may result in burning an extra 50 calories a day, which equates to about 5 pounds a year. https://t.co/Q2hw5XCCzO #health #metabolism https://t.co/lXvA2pENLe

Sep 4, 2020 · 17 likes · 13 shares · 19,653 followers View post →