Sentences with capsaicin
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C c - A chilli's spiciness is found by calculating its content of capsaicin, the chemical that gives it its bite, and counting its Scoville units.
- The four horses tested positive for capsaicin, banned for its hypersensitising and pain-relieving properties.
- The substance that gives them their intensity is capsaicin and some.
- Jalapenos known to contain capsaicin, it can produce a burning sensation if it gets in touch with any skin surface.
- Mustard, chilies and other spices contain compounds such as sulforaphane and capsaicin that have potent anti-cancer properties.