The study showed that 1 g of chili pepper reduces the sensation of hunger, appetite and craving for fatty, salty or sweet foods. In addition, this dose increases the body temperature of an average of 0.02 ° C, decreases skin temperature averaged 0.11 ° C to 0.23 ° C and increases energy expenditure of about 10 kcal (vs control group who did not consume peppers).