Hi CHs "Chilli (sic) peppers may help reduce the inflammation and pain of arthritis, according to a study by London-based hospital St Bartholomew's. According to the study team, the nervous system produces chemicals which cause inflammation. Suppressing that reaction may also suppress arthritis. Capsaicin, the substance which makes chillies hot, appeared to inhibit the nerves which produce inflammation. Earlier studies have shown that rubbing it on joints can relieve pain. However, the jury is still out on whether eating lots of curries will produce the same effect." Haven't we been saying this for a while now? Can we get a study grant? Cheers Chris