This is very interesting explanation, finally we have an excuse. I will use this when I've again eaten to much from al those delicious hot dishes... it's not longer my own fault.. its due to the chemistry of the food that I can't stop. Hot regards Rob NL > -----Original Message----- > From: Cameron Begg > Subject: [CH] Afterglow > > > "Studies on rats show that capsaicin injections, either into the > blood or directly into the small intestine, keep the creatures eating > for longer. What happens is that the chemical interferes with the > ability of nerves to send "fullness" messages to the brain when fats > and carbohydrates wash down from the stomach." > > > Regards, Cameron. >