Tabasco
Tabasco
Tabasco (pronunciation: /təˈbæskoʊ/) is a term that is often associated with a brand of hot sauce, but in a medical context, it can refer to a variety of chili pepper species, Capsicum frutescens, which is known for its potential health benefits.
Etymology
The term "Tabasco" is derived from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the indigenous people of Mexico. It means "place where the soil is hot and humid". The name was later adopted by the McIlhenny Company for their brand of hot sauce, which uses Tabasco peppers.
Health Benefits
The Capsicum frutescens species, which includes the Tabasco pepper, is known for its high content of capsaicin. Capsaicin is a chemical compound that has been studied for its potential health benefits, including pain relief, weight loss, and cancer prevention.
Related Terms
- Capsaicin: The active component in chili peppers that gives them their heat. It has been studied for its potential health benefits.
- Capsicum frutescens: A species of chili pepper that includes the Tabasco pepper.
- Chili pepper: A fruit from the genus Capsicum, which includes the Tabasco pepper.
See Also
- Capsicum: The genus of plants that includes chili peppers.
- Nahuatl: The language spoken by the indigenous people of Mexico, from which the term "Tabasco" is derived.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tabasco
- Wikipedia's article - Tabasco
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