I've lurked here for several months now and have learned immensely from all of the discussion. Of all the mailing lists I've subscribed to this has probably been the most cordial, informative and interesting one. After going to college part-time for ten years now, I'm finally going to graduate in May. My last class is an advanced research class and for my topic, my professor was kind enough to let me research the health benefits of peppers. My question to anyone out there is this: Have you, or anyone you've known, experienced any health benefits (or negative effects for that matter) from chile peppers, hot sauces, cayenne pills etc.? If so, what? Thank you, ~Chris Gleed http:\\www.gleed.net\chris\peppers