There is evidence that ingredients in many spicy foods could help reduce the risk of some cancers. Capsaicin in chilis, for instance, has been shown to reduce the growth of cancerous tumors and possesses the power to kill potentially deadly leukemic cells. This avenue of treatment requires more research, but the current evidence is promising.

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