We have seen the enemy, and he are mostly us!

 

Tom Friedman of the  NYT has a great way of standing back and looking at ourselves, our government and our global relationships, and in my judgment he usually gets it right.

He hits the jackpot again today while contemplating the CHINA Syndrome.

Please read this regardless of your Political affiliation.

 

 

Too Many Hamburgers?

By

THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN

Published: September 21, 2010

Tianjin, China

More on hot stuff.

I do not usually have the hots for peppers, but here is another article that fits well with the earlier post. Capsaicin may be worth watching.
Mike V
Capsaicin and Lipolysis?  Click to view.

http://www.lipidworld.com/content/9/1/72

An Evolutionary Perk?

A Perk of Our Evolution: Pleasure in Pain of Chilies    (New York Times 2010/09/21)

 

Anesthetic Approach Stops Pain Without Affecting Motor Function

Capsaicin weight loss mechanism suggested.

Capsaicin plus green tea combo aids weight loss: Study

Research links chili compound to lower blood pressure

Chili compound’s weight benefits pinpointed? 

Chili extract may prevent obesity complications: Study

Science: Backing up the satiety and metabolic claims