Spicy food refers to any type of food that contains capsaicin, a compound found in chili peppers. When consumed, capsaicin activates the pain receptors in our mouth and creates a sensation of heat or burning.
Capsaicin is the active component in spicy foods responsible for the sensation of heat or pain.
Pain receptors are specialized nerve endings that detect and transmit signals related to pain sensations.
Trigeminal Nerve: The trigeminal nerve is responsible for transmitting sensory information from our face, including the perception of spiciness.