According to numerous researches, capsaicin works by increasing oxygen consumption and body temperature, which leads to a slight increase in calories burned.
Other studies show that consuming this compound on a regular basis may promote a calorie deficit and aid fat burning.
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A calorie deficit, which is generally required for weight loss, means that you burn more calories than you consume.
In addition, a 12-week study in 80 people with a slightly elevated body mass index (BMI) tied supplementing with six milligrams of capsaicin daily to a reduction in belly fat.
Source: Daily Express
